Sales Manager - Government

Job description / Role

Company Description

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities.

Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Sales, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

- Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service.
- Ensure prompt and courteous service is extended to both internal and external customers.
- Ensure the achievement of sales objectives on a monthly, quarterly and yearly basis.
- Solicit group, transient and/or banquet business through action plan preparation and execution.
- Establish parameters, quotes and negotiate prices, confirming by written contracts.
- Participate in tradeshows, conventions and promotional events within the hotel and trade related organizations.
- Maintain accounts, contact, activity and business details within the appropriate software applications.
- Work closely with Catering and Front Office to ensure all details of the contract were delivered and guests depart satisfied.
- Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports, as required.
- Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs.
- Follow departmental policies and procedures.
- Assists with other responsibilities and duties in the absence of a team members or other tasks assigned by the manager.
- Follows all policies and procedures ascertained by the hotel.

Requirements

Qualifications

- Previous Sales experience required
- Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal required.
- Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities.
- Highly responsible & reliable.
- Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times.

Additional Information

Swissotel Al Murooj Dubai, a Resort-style hotel cleverly combining hotel and apartment-style accommodations at the heart of Dubai's city center.

About the Company

A caring employer providing respect, training and career development for our employees. An attractive employer offering more than 100 professions across the 5 continents.

We are much more than a world leader. We are 250,000 hoteliers with the same shared passion for welcoming. We take care of millions of guests in our 4,300 addresses and on our digital platforms. As an operator and franchisor (HotelServices), owner and investor (HotelInvest), we invest all our energy into making "Feel Welcome" resonate as the finest hotel promise.

From luxury to economy and in every corner of the globe, AccorHotels'​ more than 20 brands meet all the needs of business and leisure travelers seeking comfort, attention and high-quality services.