Sales Manager - Corporate - Crowne Plaza Hotels amp Resorts

We want to welcome you to a world of bringing True Hospitality to everyone. When you join us at IHG you become part of our global family. A welcoming culture of warmth honesty and a passion for providing True Hospitality. We pride ourselves on letting your personality and passions shine recognizing the individual contribution you make and supporting your ambition to learn and create your own career path. In making a difference to our guests and owners colleagues and communities every day is a chance to create great and unique experiences in your own way. With over 370000 colleagues in nearly 100 countries sharing our values there are countless opportunities at your fingertips. Were growing; grow with us. Conveniently located in the heart of one of Dohas key business districts close to major banks Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn Doha The Business Park is just a 15minute drive by car or complimentary shuttle from Dohas Hamad International Airport and near such attractions as Museum of Islamic Arts and Souk Waqif. Our 378 stylish guestrooms and suites at Crowne Plaza and 307 wellappointed guestrooms at Holiday Inn are all equipped with modern amenities designed for comfort and highspeed wireless internet access to stay connected.

Your daytoday:

• Acquire develop and manage local corporate business and government accounts according to the set businessmix strategy.
• Ensure maximum acceptance of RFPs. Acquire develop and manage business travel agent accounts according to the set business mix strategy.
• Constantly monitor the market and the competition and report on threats and opportunities.
• Provide accurate and timely reporting on segment and account production and propose tactics and strategies to improve revenue or avoid shortfall.
• Implement and execute all sales objectives and action plans to reach and exceed the targets set.
• Build strong relationships with customers Guests and Team Members to gain a full understanding of their needs and work to serve them effectively.
• Ensure all requests are handled in the timeframe set by the company

What we need from you:

• Bachelors degree / higher education qualification / equivalent in marketing or related field

• Four or more years of experience in a hospitality or hotel sales setting

• Must have previous local experience (Qatar)

• Strong knowledge of local businesses and business trends required

• Excellent in using computers and wellversed in all computer applications

• Clear communication; effective verbal and written communication skills in English. Arabic speaking will be a definite advantage

What you can expect from us:

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best worklife including a full uniform impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status or disability. We promote a culture of trust support and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds experiences and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well we need to feel well both inside and outside of work and through our wellbeing

At IHG weve made a promise. As one of the worlds leading hotel groups were here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome cared for recognised and respected wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey

Join Crowne Plaza one of the largest and best loved premium hotel brands in the world. With more than 420 hotels in diverse locations globally Crowne Plaza is the perfect base to connect on business pleasure or a blend of both. Weve thoughtfully designed our spaces to encourage support and celebrate great connections. Were also big on meetings and events a trusted and valued partner for connecting both domestic and global groups alike.

Dont quite meet every single requirement but still believe youd be a great fit for the job Well never know unless you hit the Apply button. Start your journey with us today.