We have a great opportunity for a hotel sales professional eager to advance in their sales career. This property of distinction in Cork is a stylish haven, and they now seek a passionate Sales Manager to assist in promoting the hotel and raising its profile.

This could suit either a seasoned Sales Manager or an ambitious, proven Sales Executive, with role flexibility based on candidate experience.

Key responsibilities:

• Retain and maintain existing business and develop new business, resulting in increased sales from the corporate, MICE and leisure sectors.
• Develop a partnership/relationship with local Cork-based companies and some national companies to drive new and existing corporate, meeting and events business.
• Develop a partnership/relationship with national DMCs and Travel Advisors and their numerous departments to drive new and existing leisure and incentive business.
• Ensure a smooth and efficient handover to Events team of all conference, meetings, events and private dining from enquiry stage through to conversion, including client liaison and contracting.
• Achieve maximum potential revenue for all areas, including Health Club, and meet budget.
• Increase the productivity of private dining and meeting space by widening the client base, including corporate clients directly or via third-party agencies.
• Assist in the daily communication process within the sales office, answering telephone calls and conducting administrative tasks. 
• Ensure a consistent flow of information within the office and amongst other departments within the hotel.
• Work closely with Business Development, Marketing, Revenue & Reservations and F&B teams to ensure all guest requests are met and to maintain the highest standards of customer satisfaction.
• Support the development and implementation of long-term F&B hotel strategies.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience as Sales or Event Executive/Manager in a quality four-star property
• Strong organisational and analytical skills, attention to detail and ability to prioritise tasks
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines and multitask
• An effective communicator | Customer, people, and client oriented with an approachable personality
• Good understanding of financials, KPI’s and budgets
• Willingness to assist in a team environment and adapt to challenges to achieve objectives at hand
• Strong knowledge of booking systems. Experience with CMS / Hotsoft / MS Office required. Avvio, Revinate, Tablepath an advantage.
• Knowledge of the local Cork market and wider Irish tourism market an advantage

Benefits included:

• Hybrid option available (1 day WFH)
• Bonus
• Work laptop and mobile
• Company health plan
• Mileage allowance
• Suit allowance
• Complimentary Health Club access

If you’re ready to take the next step in your sales career, we’d love to hear from you!