Sales Executive
Job Summary
Key Responsibilities
- Identify solicit and develop new corporate government airline NGO diplomatic and travel trade accounts.
- Maintain and grow existing client relationships through regular sales calls site inspections presentations and client engagement activities.
- Achieve individual monthly and annual revenue targets in line with the hotels commercial objectives.
- Promote guestrooms meetings and events food & beverage and other hotel services.
- Prepare and negotiate corporate rate agreements proposals contracts and quotations in accordance with Accor commercial policies.
- Conduct market intelligence competitor analysis and identify new business opportunities.
- Ensure that all sales activities are accurately recorded in the approved CRM system and maintain an updated sales pipeline.
- Participate in sales blitzes networking events trade shows and familiarization trips.
- Promote and enroll eligible clients into the ALL-Meeting Planner program and other Accor commercial initiatives where applicable.
- Collaborate closely with Revenue Management Reservations Front Office Food & Beverage and Finance to ensure seamless delivery of client requirements.
- Follow up on quotations contracts deposits and outstanding receivables to support healthy cash flow.
- Prepare weekly sales activity reports production reports and account development plans.
- Maintain a high level of guest satisfaction and ensure all client commitments are fulfilled in line with Accor brand standards.
- Represent ibis Styles Accra Airport Hotel professionally while upholding Accors values and service culture.
Qualifications :
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree or HND in Hospitality Management Tourism Marketing Business Administration or a related field.
- Minimum of three (3) years experience in hotel sales and marketing.
- Previous experience with an international hotel brand is highly preferred (Accor Marriott Hilton Radisson IHG Hyatt Best Western etc.).
- Demonstrated experience in corporate sales MICE sales account management and business development.
- Excellent negotiation presentation and relationship management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and hotel CRM/PMS systems.
- Ability to work independently meet revenue targets and perform effectively under pressure.
Competencies
- Results-oriented with strong commercial acumen.
- Excellent networking and interpersonal skills.
- Strong planning organizational and analytical abilities.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
- Customer-focused with a proactive approach to business development.
- Team player aligned with Accors service culture and values.
Additional Information :
Your team and working environment:
ibis Styles Accra Airport City is a 3 star hotel located at Airport City close to the International Airport. It has a conducive environment with hardworking and friendly staff.
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract recruit and promote diverse talent.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a com ... View more