Position: SALES AND MARKETING MANAGER - HOTEL INDUSTRY.
Deadline: 20 May 2017. Date posted: 10 May 2017.
Location:Dar es Salaam.
Description:
Job Summary
Marketing Manager is responsible to develop and foster business through pro-active direct
sales, marketing, telemarketing, direct mail, appointment calls and
tours of the hotel. Also develops strategic action plans for Hotel to
drive measurable, incremental sales revenue.
Major Responsibilities
Maximizing a
hotel revenues by developing programs to increase occupancy and make
profitable use of its accommodation, meeting and leisure facilities
Maintaining awareness of the factors that
influence the Hotel industry and gain a deep understanding of the needs
and attitudes of a Hotel customers
Coordinating marketing and promotional activities to
meet customer needs, and work closely with other Hotel staff to ensure
customers are satisfied with the facilities and their time
Responsible for Corporate and Travel Agent Room Sales for the Hotel
Clear understanding of the Hotel business strategies then set goals and to determine action plans to meet those goals
Identify new markets and business opportunities and increase sales
Represent Hotel in various events and exhibition
Implementing all sales action plans related to my market areas as outlined in the marketing plan
Provide the highest quality of service to the customer at all times
Supporting Hotel service and relationship strategy, driving
customer loyalty by delivering service excellence throughout each
customer experience
Attending all department and hotel meetings as necessary
Developing relationships within community to strengthen and expand customer base for sales opportunities
Building and strengthening relationships with existing and new customers to
enable future bookings
Acquiring and developing new business accounts and preparing sales proposals for clients
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or any related field
3+ years experience in the Sales and Marketing department from Hotel industry
Proven success in a similar role and environment
Empathy towards your customers and colleagues
Pride and attention to detail
Polished personal presentation with Warm, confident and hospitable personality
Think clearly and quickly, maintain concentration and make concise decisions in pressure situations