Business Development Manager - Tring, Hertfordshire

A position has become available for Business Development Manager at Pendley Manor Hotel . The Hotel recently underwent a major refurbishment of its bedrooms and leisure and spa facilities. Maintaining existing relationships with conference booking agencies is vital in order to raise the profile of the facilities to build a new corporate/MICE client base. Key aspects of the job are:

• Maintaining existing strong relationships and managing key accounts with local corporates, SME agents and TMCs
• Growing revenue particularly within the corporate market
• Attending key events, networking, exhibitions, wedding fayres and association meetings
• Conducting site visits of the Hotel
• Management of national accounts through the RFP process;
• Weekly and monthly reporting on sales activities and revenues;
• Input into internal and external marketing and advertising activities;
• Input into Hotel budget, commercial plan and sales & marketing strategy documents;
This role would suit and existing Sales Manager or Business Development Executive looking for their next challenge. Previous experience is essential. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, self-motivated and the ability to manage their own time. You will be responsible for your own diary. The role will include nationwide travel.