The Sales Manager is responsible for developing and managing business with a focus on increasing room revenue, corporate accounts, and group bookings. The role includes building strong client relationships, executing sales strategies, conducting market research, and representing the hotel at relevant trade shows and sales missions.
Key Responsibilities:
Identify and develop new business opportunities
Maintain and grow existing client accounts to maximize revenue
Conduct regular sales calls, client visits, and presentations
Collaborate with the revenue and marketing teams to optimize pricing and promotions
Participate in regional trade shows and travel industry events
Provide monthly sales reports and forecasts
SummaryThe Sales Manager is responsible for developing and managing business with a focus on increasing room revenue, corporate accounts, and group bookings. The role includes building strong client relationships, executing sales strategies, conducting market research, and representing the hotel at relevant trade shows and sales missions.
Key Responsibilities:
Identify and develop new business opportunities
Maintain and grow existing client accounts to maximize revenue
Conduct regular sales calls, client visits, and presentations
Collaborate with the revenue and marketing teams to optimize pricing and promotions
Participate in regional trade shows and travel industry events
Provide monthly sales reports and forecasts
QualificationsProven experience in hotel sales, preferably in luxury or 5-star propertiesStrong network and knowledge of the Zambia marketExcellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skillsWillingness to travel as requiredQualificationsProven experience in hotel sales, preferably in luxury or 5-star propertiesStrong network and knowledge of the Zambia marketExcellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skillsWillingness to travel as required