Job Description

We’re always looking for new ways to raise the bar. So we’re searching for a Sales Executive with a track record of driving sales and smashing targets to help us fill our rooms, meeting suites and banquet halls.
A little taste of your day-to-day:
Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:● With Sales Manager plan sales strategy and implement tactics to achieve budget

• Sell all facets of the hotel and cross sell other InterContinental Hotels Group properties

• Establish new business and maintain existing business accounts through the preparation and execution of action plans

• Convert sales leads

• Handle accounts/prospects jointly with senior positions

• Solicit and close business according to established parameters

• Conduct familiarizations and site inspections

• Maintain a regular sales call pattern

• Monitor competitive set and communicate tactical changes to Manager

• Attend regular meetings

• Entertain prospects and existing key accounts with the view to sustain business and generate further sales

• Report as required on sales activities and successes

• Participate in conducting client interviews

• Maintain regular contract with the ICHG regional network of hotels and reservation center

• Monitor competitor activities

• Build profile in market place

• Assist Sales Manager with collateral distribution and direct mail campaigns

• Develop and maintain contact with business generators, meeting and convention planners, visitors/Convention Bureau travel agents, tour operators, airlines, corporate accounts, Government Departments and other producers closely allied to Hotel Business

• Work in line with business requirements

What We need from you:●Bachelor’s degree / higher education qualification / equivalent in marketing or related field  ●1 or more years of experience in a hospitality or hotel sales and marketing setting with direct supervisory experience over a sales team●Strong knowledge of local businesses and business trends required  ●Must speak local language(s)  ● Other languages preferred
What you can expect from us:
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 – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.
Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment 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.
IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.
So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.