About the Role:
We are seeking a dynamic and driven Sales Manager to take the lead in selling bedrooms and event space at The Swan at Streatley. This is a key strategic role where you'll be responsible for growing revenue through reactive sales, building lasting client relationships, and executing a sales plan across the corporate, and MICE sectors. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong track record in hotel sales who is passionate about hospitality, thrives in a results-driven team, and enjoys working with a variety of clients.
Key Responsibilities:
· Manage the inquiry process for groups, meetings and events from the initial proposal stage through to contracting and billing.
· Consistently meet or exceed set KPIs, including conversion, response time, client tours and sales plan objectives.
· Deliver and exceed personal revenue targets across group bookings, meetings, and events.
· Ensure all sales tools, including rate grids, proposals, digital collateral, and virtual tours – are up to date and utilised effectively throughout the sales process.
· Attend and support the management of key sales events to include virtual presentations, wedding show cases, seasonal restaurant launches, fam trips, menu tastings etc.
· Participate in regular sales / revenue and strategy meetings to support business development and conversion. Attend and present in weekly operations and function sheet meetings.
· Lead onsite efforts for monthly conversion days in collaboration with the regional team to drive conversion and revenue generation.
· Support the management of the inbox and phones and ensure these channels are covered during business hours.
· Ensure company and sales team standards, processes and SOPs are followed in line with hotel guidelines.
· Support online lead generation platforms updates to include promotions, imagery, and accurate property information.
· Support and execute an onsite sales strategy to optimise bedroom and event space.
· Analyse performance data and sales reports to inform strategic decision-making and maintain alignment with revenue targets.
· Provide ongoing support to the Director of Sales with ad hoc projects and commercial initiatives throughout the year.
· Maintain and distribute weekly and monthly performance updates, highlighting progress against sales targets and key objectives.
· Assist with budget planning and forecasting processes, including expense tracking and reporting.
· Support competitor analysis to ensure the hotels and venues remain competitively positioned within the market.
· Collaborate closely with General Managers and the wider commercial and marketing teams to ensure alignment of sales goals and plan execution.
Why us?
· Referral scheme of up to £2000!! So spread the word.
· WageStream – track, stream, save & learn with your hard earned ££££.
· 50% discount on food and soft drinks across all our brands.
· Long service rewards including increased holiday and access to private healthcare.
· Discounted room rates at our award-winning hotels
· 50% off Private Event Space hires.
· Health & Wellbeing Support.
· Mental Health & Legal Guidance.
· Financial Support & Advice.
· Access to a wide range of discounts from well-known brands.
· Access to our Enrichment Days & Events Calendar.
· Apprenticeship Programmes tailored to YOU.