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Retail / Counter Sales
Associate Director of Sales
Retail / Counter Sales
#553646
Remote / WFH
Job Description
Company Description
Pullman & Mercure King George Square is a vibrant 438 room twin towered hotel which acts as a sanctuary for leisure and business travellers. Located opposite King George Square, City Hall and ideally situated in the heart of Brisbane CBD the hotel has some of the largest conference spaces in Brisbane incorporating 2 ballrooms. The hotel also features the amazing and extremely popular venues of Goldfinch Restaurant and Street Cafe, Sixteen Antlers Rooftop Bar as well as KG Bar and an Executive Lounge.
Life with us is about bringing the passion, staying curious, and performing at your best. If you can do that; this opportunity is limitless! As an experienced Associate Director of Sales, you will join our illustrious team and elevate our brand to new heights.
Job Description
Reporting to the Director of Sales & Marketing, we are currently seeking an Associate Director of Sales to join our dynamic team within the city’s largest premium conference luxury hotel. This role is suitable for an experienced sales professional who enjoys working across different market segments.
What is the role all about:
Respond to client enquiries to determine meeting and event needs
Prepare quotations for conference and events proposals covering venue, function, menu and accommodation costs ensuring revenue is maximized
Drive sales strategy to ensure conversion targets are achieved
Proactively source new businesses
Lead and develop the Conference & Events team
Liaise with the entire operations team to ensure high quality, impeccable service and experience is provided
Qualifications
Extensive sales experience including outbound calling and meeting established KPIs
Advanced knowledge of OPERA Cloud, & Delphi
A genuine passion and motivation for the hospitality industry.
Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills with a positive, “can do” attitude
Impeccable communication skills with a variety of stakeholders
An ability to stay calm under pressure
Ability to coach, mentor & develop your team to achieve the collective goal
Additional Information
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you are most welcome to let us know.
Benefits Your Way:
Access to Accor team benefits, including global discount's on accommodation and food & beverage.
A supportive and collaborative work environment.
The opportunity to grow and progress your career with Australia’s largest hospitality employer – Accor
Accor has a strong focus on ensuring all of its people feel welcome and feel valued.
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.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/ Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS
Pullman & Mercure King George Square is a vibrant 438 room twin towered hotel which acts as a sanctuary for leisure and business travellers. Located opposite King George Square, City Hall and ideally situated in the heart of Brisbane CBD the hotel has some of the largest conference spaces in Brisbane incorporating 2 ballrooms. The hotel also features the amazing and extremely popular venues of Goldfinch Restaurant and Street Cafe, Sixteen Antlers Rooftop Bar as well as KG Bar and an Executive Lounge.
Life with us is about bringing the passion, staying curious, and performing at your best. If you can do that; this opportunity is limitless! As an experienced Associate Director of Sales, you will join our illustrious team and elevate our brand to new heights.
Job Description
Reporting to the Director of Sales & Marketing, we are currently seeking an Associate Director of Sales to join our dynamic team within the city’s largest premium conference luxury hotel. This role is suitable for an experienced sales professional who enjoys working across different market segments.
What is the role all about:
Respond to client enquiries to determine meeting and event needs
Prepare quotations for conference and events proposals covering venue, function, menu and accommodation costs ensuring revenue is maximized
Drive sales strategy to ensure conversion targets are achieved
Proactively source new businesses
Lead and develop the Conference & Events team
Liaise with the entire operations team to ensure high quality, impeccable service and experience is provided
Qualifications
Extensive sales experience including outbound calling and meeting established KPIs
Advanced knowledge of OPERA Cloud, & Delphi
A genuine passion and motivation for the hospitality industry.
Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills with a positive, “can do” attitude
Impeccable communication skills with a variety of stakeholders
An ability to stay calm under pressure
Ability to coach, mentor & develop your team to achieve the collective goal
Additional Information
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you are most welcome to let us know.
Benefits Your Way:
Access to Accor team benefits, including global discount's on accommodation and food & beverage.
A supportive and collaborative work environment.
The opportunity to grow and progress your career with Australia’s largest hospitality employer – Accor
Accor has a strong focus on ensuring all of its people feel welcome and feel valued.
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.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/ Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS
