Sales Manager - Sligo

Sales Manager

Our client - Irelands largest hotel group are seeking an experienced Sales manager to join their growing Sales team in a 4 star luxury hotel in Sligo.
The Sales Manager role is highly interactive and operates in a fast-paced environment. This key position within a dynamic sales team demands strong administrative abilities coupled with excellent communication skills. The role offers a prominent position within the corporate landscape, managing an essential market segment within the hotel's business mix.
What's on offer:

• Competitive Salary-Up to 45k DOE
• Staff meals while on duty.
• Discounts on hotel accommodation across the hotel group, which includes 53 properties across the UK and Ireland.
• Free gym and pool membership
• Pension scheme after 6 months
• Employee Assistance Programme.

The ideal candidate:

• Previous experience in a similar role within the hospitality sector.
• Proactive sales experience is essential.
• Excellent communication skills with fluency in spoken and written English.
• Must have access to a car for work and hold a full Driver's Licence.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee key corporate accounts, maximizing their potential.
• Handle transient accounts by negotiating rates and confirming contracts to meet budget targets.
• Prospect New Business: Actively seek out and convert new accounts.
• RFP Management: Manage the annual RFP process, using market insights and pricing strategies to enhance hotel profitability.
• Analyze Reports: Use monthly reports to identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Monitor Competitors: Keep track of competitors' performance, rates, and activities.
• Keep the CRM system Alkimi up to date and use it to track potential business.
• Utilize various business intelligence tools to attract and secure hotel business.
• Develop and implement plans for top corporate accounts, including pricing and sales activities.
• Organize hotel site visits and entertain clients.

• Handle group and event enquiries, ensuring smooth transition to the Events Team.
• Travel: Regular travel is required.

If you meet the qualifications for this position and are excited about an opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced working environment on a Busy Sales team, please submit your CV to roisin.higgins@manpower.ie Or call me on 01-6455219