Sales Executive (Saudi Only )

Overview

• 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.
• Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job?
• We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button.
• Start your journey with us today.