Franchise Hotel - Sales Executive (Pre-opening)

This job posting is for a position at a Hotel owned and operated by an
independent franchisee, not by IHG or its affiliates. IHG has no involvement
in the hiring or day-to-day employment policies or practices of franchisees.
By clicking the apply button, you will be applying for a position with an
independently owned and operated franchise hotel, not with IHG or its
affiliates, and IHG will not be your employer.

About Us
Vignette Collection is a diverse group of luxury hotels with a fresh focus,
offering guests a more authentic and thoughtful way to travel.

We've created a collection brand that gives guests and colleagues an inspiring
new choice. One that puts people at the heart of everything we do, to reframe
luxury hospitality for the better.

Our hotels are unique in their own right, with their own distinct outlook and
story to tell.

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Your day to day**

As a Sales Executive, you will be* managing corporate and government
sales activities and events in line with the annual sales and marketing
plan.
* To achieve budget and sales strategy for the hotel.
* Develop and maintain contact with business generators, government sectors and other producers closely allied to hotel business.
* Builds profile within local market place through attendance at various conference and events.
* To proactively create and convert revenue opportunities from qualified corporate key accounts by planning and executing sales activities based on strategies and financial targets.

* Continue to actively orient on sales opportunities of the hotel.
* Keep track of market trends and create strategies and tactical where needed.

* *Stay up to date about the competing hotels.
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* *Educating and informing contacts about facilities, amenities, features, prices, and rates. Identification of needs and considerations of contacts and translate them into a suitable offer
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* *Execute daily/ weekly reports.
* Attend Industry Exhibitions to represent the hotel in front of prospect clients.*

* Grows existing business and establishes and pursues leads which will develop business.

* *Initiates and prepares tenders for business. Monitors existing business and inputs into sales strategy meetings to maximize business.
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* *Services existing business through management of account bases.
* Manage Accounts and ensure the constant generation of new corporate prospects.*

* Conduct client interviews to touch-base feedback and create future opportunities.

* *Plan and conduct familiarization tours and site inspections.

What we need from you

• Bachelor's degree / higher education qualification.


• ‎2-‎3 years of prior experience in in a five-star environment in the same role.


• Strong knowledge of local businesses and business trends required.


• Must speak local language(s)
  

What we offer

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive
salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to
help you live your best work life.
We welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference
and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. We are an equal
opportunity employer and offer opportunities to applicants and employees
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote
a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different
backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
So, join us and you'll become part of our hotel family.

At IHG, we 've made a promise. As one of the world's leading hotel groups,
we're here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and
colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected - wherever they
are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?
Vignette Collection is a diverse group of luxury hotels with a fresh focus,
offering guests a more authentic and thoughtful way to travel.

We 've created a collection brand that gives guests and colleagues an
inspiring new choice. One that puts people at the heart of everything we do,
to reframe luxury hospitality for the better.

Our hotels are unique in their own right, with their own distinct outlook
and story to tell. Let 's Go Further Together.
Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a
great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button.
Start your journey with us today and let's #GoFurtherTogether.