One of the most beautiful event hire destinations in Berkshire is looking for a Sales Manager to lead the sales efforts and drive revenue growth through proactive business development. Along with a salary of up to £34,000 per annum, you will receive a range of benefits including a pension scheme, employee discount and free onsite parking. Ideally, you will have a proven track record in hotel sales, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships. This role involves developing strategic plans, targeting key market segments, and maximising revenue across all hotel offerings including rooms, meetings, events, and catering. As Sales Manager, your responsibilities will include:

Developing and implementing effective strategies to achieve or exceed revenue targets in rooms, groups, meetings, and events.
Identifying new business opportunities through research, networking, and prospecting across corporate, leisure, group, and travel agency markets.
Maintaining relationships with existing clients and proactively work to secure repeat business.
Conducting site inspections, client presentations, and negotiations with prospective clients.
Collaborating with marketing to create promotions, campaigns, and packages to support goals.
Preparing and presenting regular reports, forecasts, and performance analyses to hotel leadership.
Attending trade shows, industry events, and networking functions to promote the hotel and generate leads.
Maintaining accurate records in the customer relationship management (CRM) system.
Coordinating with operations, front office, F&B, and other departments to ensure excellent service delivery for group and event bookings.
Monitoring market trends, competitor activity, and adjust strategies accordingly.

We’re looking with a Sales Manager with:

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, Business, Marketing, or a related field preferred.
Experience in hotel/related hospitality sales role.
Strong understanding of hospitality sales strategies and local market dynamics.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proven ability to close deals and meet/exceed targets.
Proficiency in hotel sales systems (e.g., Opera) is a plus.

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