Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are looking to recruit a pro-active, experienced Sales Manager based at the AC Marriott Hotel, Belfast for a flexible working part time role.
This role offers a huge range of benefits, career progression and the chance to be part of a global award-winning commercial team and will see you drive M&E and events business at our destination restaurant, Novelli at City Quays and stunning outdoor terrace
Who are we?
Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. Were passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations, working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, Accor, Marriott and everything in between. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our people first approach to business, the Aimbridge experience is like no other.
What is in it for you?
As part of the Aimbridge team, you will have access to a suite of benefits that include:
* Flexible days and hours available to work around your needs with hybrid working
* First class development and leadership training opportunities
* Hotel discounts portfolio wide Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage.
* 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
* Career and lifestyle breaks Allowing you to take time off for key life events.
A day in the life of
* Reporting in to The Director of Sales you will use your proactive sales skills to work closely with meeting, events, and food and beverage teams to generate new business and build long-term relationships, with a focus on driving events at our destination restaurant, Novelli at City Quays and outdoor terrace
* Youll have Input into the hotel's commercial plan. Working with our industry leading brand sales initiatives and tools, youll identify and contract new customers for all areas of the business.
* Utilising social selling, youll research potential new accounts with a view to building strong relationships with local businesses and the community to drive profitability
* Youll have the chance to be the face of the hotel, engaging with large groups and leading show-arounds, whilst being on hand to proactively recognise warm leads in the hotel
* Engaging with the knowledgeable Aimbridge EMEA commercial team for corporate, meetings & events, youll ensure maximum benefit from brand managed accounts, marketing programmes, and initiatives.
What do we need from you?
* Proven sales management experience in a team environment, with a strong commercial outlook and negotiation skills.
* Youll have excellent presentation, influencing, interpersonal, and communication skills, ready to be the face of the hotel
* Self-motivated, driven, ready to build on you existing knowledge of the local and wider UK market to create long and lasting business relationships
* Willingness to travel, report writing skills, ability to prioritize, work under pressure, and open to new ideas.
* Youll be Proficient in PMS, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office tools, with excellent written and verbal English.
Most importantly, to be successful in this role, you will be passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards
At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a Global leader, we are committed to representing our global community and offering everyone A Place to Grow
So, click apply today, wed love to welcome you to our inclusive team shaping the future of hospitality.
Aimbridge Hotel Team Of The Year 2023 - Full Service - This award celebrated an incredible, record-breaking year for AC Hotel by Marriott Belfast and reflects the hard work and dedication of our outstanding team across functions who worked tirelessly to not only exceed revenue and other key metric targets but most importantly to look after our valued guests every day and consistently exceed expectations.
Connect to the city in a new way at AC Hotel Belfast, an urban retreat in an exceptional riverside location. Explore Belfast on foot with Titanic Belfast, City Hall, Belfast Waterfront, SSE Arena and the shops of Victoria Square a short walk away. Built from the ground up with a designers' eye, the contemporary bedrooms have thoughtful touches of luxury with king size beds, Nespresso coffee makers, glass enclosed double showers and purposeful technology including free high-speed internet access and 49 inch TVs. Guests also enjoy an AC Fitness Room, 24hr room service and can opt for a delicious continental or cooked breakfast. With 2 meeting rooms, an AC Lounge, riverside terrace and all-day dining, the hotel provides the perfect co-working space and when day turns to night the restaurant Novelli at City Quays will excite, as multi-Michelin-starred chef Jean-Christophe Novelli brings his flare to the dining experience, whilst expert bartenders serve up local knowledge with craft beer and cocktails.
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