Meetings and Events Sales Manager

As Sales Manager you will produce a commercial plan that interprets objectives of the business and maps out the actions and strategies to support the positioning of the hotel.You will work with the hotel General Manager, Sales effectiveness Director, and Revenue team to continuously align and devise strategies and tactics to retain and grow the business. Utilising this intelligence, you will develop strategic plans and ensure the hotel remains competitive in the marketplace.

To be successful in this role, you will have experience in a Sales Supervisor/ Manager capacity, preferably within the hospitality industry. Previous experience of Account Management is desired but not essential. As the commercial expert for this hotel, you will be able to comfortably discuss business performance and make informed decisions/recommendations at a senior level. This is a highly collaborative role, working closely with the senior management team on-property and upskilling the team to ensure we maximise revenue at every opportunity.

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand, overseeing over 1,600 hotels and resorts across the world. We work with big brands such as Hilton, Accor, Marriot and IHG as well as small independent hotels and everything in between., Based in the Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel you will be part of a small (but mighty!) team of passionate people who know that being the best doesn't always mean working around the clock., Set in 20 acres of parkland in the heart of Kent adjacent to Leeds Castle, this modern hotel offers easy access to Maidstone and 'The Garden of England'

As part of the Aimbridge family, you will have access to a suite of benefits that include:

• Hotel discounts portfolio wide - Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa
• Wagestream - Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing.
• 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
• Minimum of 28 days holiday
• Bonus opportunities
• Boomerang - Aimbridge Internals Sales Lead Program, the lead sender can earn 5% un-capped commission on actualised revenue
• Mo Rewards - Receive recognition and rewards to recognise your contributions
• Career and lifestyle breaks - Allowing you to take time off for key life events.
• Volunteer days - Up to two days per year to support a charity of your choice
• Aimbridge training, personal and career development
• Staff meals on dutY.
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