Leisure Sales Manager : Luxury Estate, Cotswolds
Location: Cotswolds
Salary: Negotiable
Are you a proactive, results:driven sales professional with a passion for the luxury leisure market? Do you have a flair for building relationships and creating tailored experiences for high:net:worth individuals and groups? We are seeking an enthusiastic Leisure Sales Manager to join a prestigious luxury estate in the heart of the Cotswolds. This role offers the perfect blend of working from the stunning estate and traveling to London and other key UK leisure markets to drive business and cultivate relationships.
As the Leisure Sales Manager, you will be instrumental in promoting world:class facilities, securing new business, and growing the business presence in the luxury leisure market. Your ability to develop relationships with travel agents, concierge services, tour operators, and private networks will be key to driving direct and B2B bookings. This is your opportunity to bring your sales expertise to a renowned luxury destination
Key Responsibilities:
Promote and Sell: Represent this stunning hotel and venue to luxury leisure markets, offering unforgettable experiences for families, couples, groups, and exclusive brand collaborations.
Drive Business Growth: Increase direct bookings and build B2B relationships by connecting with travel agents, concierge services, tour operators, and high:net:worth networks.
Proactively Seek Opportunities: Identify new sales prospects, cultivate relationships with both warm and cold leads, and build a strong pipeline of potential clients.
Brand Ambassador: Attend luxury travel trade shows, networking events, and industry partnerships to showcase the estate and expand reach in the leisure market.
Tailored Packages: Collaborate with internal teams to create bespoke packages, seasonal offers, and unique guest experiences that appeal to luxury clientele.
Market Insight: Keep an eye on competitor activity and market trends, ensuring our estate is positioned as a top choice in the luxury leisure market.
Relationship Management: Use CRM tools to manage leads, track sales progress, and nurture long:term relationships with clients.
VIP Experiences: Organize familiarization trips, VIP visits, and special events to showcase the estates unique offerings to key trade partners and media.
What Were Looking For:
A proactive and driven sales professional with experience in the luxury leisure market.
Exceptional relationship:building skills, both with clients and internal teams.
Ability to work independently while managing travel requirements and hybrid working.
Strong communication and negotiation skills, with a focus on achieving sales targets and business growth.
Experience with CRM systems and managing sales pipelines effectively.