HOTEL SALES IN-CHARGE (Kshs25k – Kshs50k) 

We are looking to hire a hotel sales in-charge for our client in the hotel and tours industry.

LOCATION: NAIROBI 

Responsibilities

  • Research various destinations within assigned geography and scout for suitable properties for contracting maximizing the inventory.
  • Identify key markets and the types of accommodations that would complement our current product offerings and revenue growth.
  • Procuring New Contracts & renewals of the hotels.
  • Review contracts and documents diligently and do initial parity checking.
  • Sharing contracts with Support Team.
  • Procuring Hotel Promotions.
  • Maximizing Hotel Sales for respective locations.
  • Maintain relationships with key people of the accommodation industry.
  • Address and resolve any standard/service level issues with suppliers.
  • Support to Ops & Tourism Team.
  • Ensure the booking Distribution to our Preferred Hotels.
  • Procuring Stop Sales / Sold Out dates from the hotel to update the Inventory.
  • Submit necessary reports with Manager.
  • Conduct Price Comparison of existing hotels.
  • Perform other assignments to be given by the superior.
  • Attend events / conferences to maintain familiarity with accommodation trends and increase brand visibility.
  • Keep an eye for the ongoing demand and supply throughout the market.
  • Closely monitor the room production and work with all the relevant parties to stimulate growth of bookings, room nights and revenue. 

Qualifications, Skills and Requirements:

  • Should at least have a diploma in tours and travel, sales or related field.
  • Preferably 2-5yrs working experience in the related field. Note* Experience in hotel sales will be an added advantage,
  • Ability to work independently as well as within a team.
  • Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects & tight deadlines.
  • Well organized, ability to manage multitask roles & prioritize.
  • Strong negotiation, analytical, strategic & creative problem-solving skills.
  • Good image & excellent communication & interpersonal skills face to face, over email or phone.
  • Strong computer applications skills (Microsoft Word, excel).
  • Excellent general cultural knowledge.
  • Willing to work in Pressure.

Interested candidates should send their CVs to jobs@peoplelink.co.ke  with the job title as HOTEL SALES IN-CHARGE.

Only shortlisted shall be contacted.