Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are now seeking a Sales Executive to join the team at Mercure Ayr Hotel on a part time basis.
Who are we?
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.
What is in it for you?
As part of the Aimbridge team, 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
* Career and lifestyle breaks – Allowing you to take time off for key life events.
* Staff meals on duty
* Starting salary above national minimum wage
* Uncapped internal incentives to reward you for your contributions
* Boomerang - Aimbridge Internals Sales Lead Program, the lead sender can earn 5% un-capped commission on actualized revenues
A day in the life of…
As Sales Executive your role will be to carry out projects and generate leads resulting in revenue growth within the business and support the delivery of the commercial strategy. Identifying any new leads and contacts, working with the front of house teams in driving engagement. You will conduct sales lead calls to potential new accounts and clients and ensuring all sales databases are kept accurate and up to date in collaboration with the the wider Aimbridge Sales Team. Performing general office duties and administrative tasks where needed which include weekly and monthly reports.
Based in the Mercure Ayr 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.
What do we need from you?
To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will have:
* Previous experience in hotel sales or a related adminstrative field
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including phone calls and meeting clients in person
* Excellent customer service skills
* Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
* Strong attention to detail
* Knowledge of sales and marketing techniques
* Proficient in Microsoft Office
* Experience using Opera and SalesForce would be beneficial
**Please note that this role is being offered on a part-time basis (20 hours per week). We will only be accepting applicants who are age 18 or above**