Are you passionate about delivering exceptional hospitality and eager to join a dynamic team at one of the world's leading hotel brands? Delta Hotels by Marriott St. Pierre Country Club is
seeking an ambitious, results-driven, and proactive Sales Manager to join our
commercial team. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate sales
professional to drive new business opportunities, develop strong client
relationships, and maximise revenue across our hotel, meetings and events,
golf, leisure, and accommodation offerings.The successful candidate will be a highly motivated
individual with a proven track record in proactive sales, business development,
and account management within the hospitality sector.
What is in it for you: In addition to receiving a competitive salary and investment in your personal development, you will have access to an array of perks and discounts including:
- Free Meals on Duty: Enjoy complimentary meals while at work.
- Uniform Provided: A professional uniform is supplied for all employees.
- Explore Discounts: A Marriott Discount Card that offers benefits on hotel stays and F&B across 140 countries.
- Pension Scheme: Participation in The People’s Pension.
- Employee Assistance Programme: Free and confidential support for various challenges, including financial advice, stress, and health issues.
- Career Development: Opportunities for career growth and internal transfers within Marriott's global network.
- Training and Development: Access to training programs to enhance your skills and advance your career.
Responsibilities: Here's what your journey with us entails:
- Proactively
identify, target, and secure new business opportunities across corporate,
meetings, events, leisure, and group segments.
- Develop
and implement strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed revenue targets.
- Build
and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified sales opportunities
- Conduct
regular client appointments, sales calls, and site visits to generate new
business.
- Research
local, regional, and national market trends to identify potential revenue
opportunities.
- Develop
strong relationships with key decision-makers and corporate clients.
- Generate
new corporate accounts through networking, prospecting, and cold-calling
activities.
- Manage
and grow existing client accounts to maximise revenue and retention.
- Promote
hotel facilities including guest rooms, meeting spaces, golf facilities,
dining outlets, and leisure amenities.
- Prepare
and present tailored proposals, contracts, and rate agreements.
- Represent
the hotel at industry events, exhibitions, networking functions, and trade
shows.
- Collaborate
closely with the Revenue, Marketing, Events, and Operations teams to
deliver commercial objectives.
- Maintain
accurate sales activity records and forecasts using Marriott systems and
CRM platforms.
- Monitor
competitor activity and market intelligence to support business strategy.
- Negotiate
commercial agreements while maintaining profitability and brand standards.
- Conduct
regular account reviews and business development meetings with key
clients.
- Deliver
exceptional customer service throughout the sales cycle.
- Support
the creation and execution of annual sales and marketing plans.
- Achieve
agreed KPIs relating to revenue generation, account acquisition, and
client engagement.
- Produce
regular sales reports, pipeline updates, and performance analysis.
- Identify
opportunities for upselling and cross-selling across all hotel revenue
streams.
- Work
closely with the Hotel & Cluster Commercial Team to support wider
business objectives.
Safety and Company Policies:
- Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures.
- Report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to the manager.
- Complete safety training and certifications.
- Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional.
- Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
- Communicate with others using clear and professional language.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others.
- Support the team to reach common goals.
- Listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
- Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
Note: This above description is not intended to establish a total definition of the job, but an outline of the duties.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Related Work Experience: Previous
experience in hotel sales, business development, or account management
preferred.
Skills & Experience Required:
- Proven
track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
- Strong
knowledge of the corporate, meetings, and events market.
- Excellent
networking and relationship-building skills.
- Exceptional
communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities.
- Highly
organised with strong attention to detail.
- Ability
to work independently while contributing effectively within a team
environment.
- Proficiency
in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel and CRM systems.
- Full
UK driving licence preferred.
With this role you will be working 40 hours per week over 5 days.
Join us and be part of a team that values excellence, sustainability, and career growth. Apply today to start your journey with Marriott!