Overview
This role reports to the Area General Manager, working closely with our central Kew Green National Teams. Based either in Mercure Nottingham or Holiday Inn Leicester Wigston, you will be accountable for growing market share, building strong client relationships, and delivering outstanding commercial results across both hotels. Through strategic sales planning and solution-driven leadership, you will ensure revenue targets and KPIs are consistently achieved.
Responsibilities
* Developing and executing strategic sales plans to expand the customer base and achieve ambitious revenue goals.
* Building and maintaining strong client relationships, tailoring solutions to meet their needs and drive repeat business.
* Leading the hotel teams to identify new opportunities through our lead share initiative.
* Secure corporate RFPs, group and MICE business and enhance account penetration.
* Analysing market trends, competitor activity, and sales data to identify growth opportunities and inform strategy.
* Acting as the key link between our hotel brandpartners, Kew Green Hotels, and key account stakeholders.
Qualifications
* With a proven track record in sales and relationship management, you will play a pivotal role in driving revenue, maximising market share, and consistently delivering exceptional results.
* A commercially minded sales professional with the ability to balance strategy with hands-on leadership. A natural relationship builder, you thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel at driving results through people and performance.
* A demonstrable track record in hotel sales, with measurable success in revenue growth and account development.
* Experience in large, multi-layered sales organisations (national, regional and local) preferred.
* Strong organisational, negotiation and communication skills.
* High business and commercial acumen, with the ability to analyse data and drive solutions.
* Successful experience in coaching, training and motivating a sales team.
* Competence in using sales tools, technology, and relevant systems (Opera PMS, Opera Sales & Catering, Office 365).
* Marketing experience, including social media.
Rewards and Benefits
* Discounted hotel stays worldwide, plus food and beverage discounts.
* Attractive discounts across many major retailers, restaurants, and events.
* FREE and UNLIMITED access to our Leisure Clubs (gym, pool, steam rooms).
* Personal and career development opportunities, including apprenticeships.
* 24/7, 365 days Employee Assistance Line for mental health support, financial advice, and legal guidance.
Next Steps
A member of our team will be in touch to arrange a 15-minute chat with shortlisted candidates so we can get to know you better. From there, successful candidates will progress to interview with the Area General Manager and Director of Sales and Marketing.
Who are Kew Green Hotels?
Kew Green Hotels is a rapidly expanding global company, with a diverse portfolio across leading hotel brands. Our mission is to operate hotels that make us proud, and our values unite us:
* We Love To Pursue Outstanding
* We Respect Our People And Communities
* We Focus On Details
* We Are Pragmatic
If you share our values and you're committed to delivering results you can be proud of, we'd love to hear from you!
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