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Sales Manager- Leisure at InterContinental Residences Dubai Business Bay & Crowne Plaza Business Bay (Pre-Opening)

Hotel Brand: InterContinental
Location: United Arab Emirates, Dubai

Hotel: Residences Dubai Business Bay (DXBHC), Dubai Business Bay

Job number: 122934

Do you have a passion for creating unforgettable experiences for others? If so, we invite you to embark on a career journey like no other at InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG\xc2\xae)

InterContinental Residence Business Bay & Crowne Plaza Business Bay are nestled in the heart of Dubai\'s bustling business district, providing a sanctuary of tranquility amidst the city\'s vibrant landmarks. Located just a short distance from the outstanding Dubai Mall and the awe-inspiring Burj Khalifa, both hotels strive to provide the epitome of luxury and lifestyle filled with elegance and sophistication.

With the combination of 456 meticulously designed rooms, each offering unparalleled comfort and style, guests will be immersed in a world of grandeur. If you\'d like to embrace a wider world of experiences and opportunities, we\'d like to welcome you to join the pre-opening team as Sales Manager- Leisure and let us help you create a career journey like no other.

As a Hotel Sales Manager focusing on leisure, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to maximize leisure travel sales for our hotel. You will work closely with the sales and marketing team to identify target markets, generate leads, and cultivate relationships with leisure travelers, travel agencies, tour operators, and other potential clients. Your primary goal will be to increase occupancy rates and revenue by promoting our hotel as a preferred destination for leisure travelers.

As a professional in your role, your responsibilities and essential job functions will include but are not limited to:

• Develop and execute sales strategies to attract leisure travelers to the hotel.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the leisure travel market.
• Build and maintain relationships with travel agencies, tour operators, and other leisure travel partners.
• Create compelling sales presentations and marketing materials tailored to leisure travelers.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to promote special packages, promotions, and events targeting leisure travelers.
• Conduct market research to stay informed about leisure travel trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences.
• Represent the hotel at trade shows, industry events, and networking functions.
• Prepare sales reports and forecasts to track performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Provide excellent customer service to leisure travelers and address any inquiries or concerns in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as reservations and guest services, to ensure a seamless experience for leisure guests.

Ideally, you should possess some or all the following qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor\'s degree in hospitality management, marketing, business administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in sales, preferably in the luxury hospitality industry with a focus on leisure travel.
• Strong understanding of leisure travel market dynamics and trends.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and colleagues.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute successful sales strategies.
• Exceptional negotiation and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and CRM software.
• Flexibility to travel for business purposes as needed.
• A passion for hospitality and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Fluency in multiple languages, especially those commonly spoken by leisure travelers.

In return we\'ll give you a competitive financial and benefits package and the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we\'ll give you Room to be yourself.

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 are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

At IHG, we\'ve made a promise. As one of the world\'s leading hotel groups, we\'re 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?

As the world\'s first and most global luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s, we are passionate about sharing our renowned international know-how and cultural wisdom in truly impressive surroundings. We all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental\xc2\xae\xef\xb8\x8f brand and to be part of the brand you will have a thirst for travel, passion for culture and appreciation for diversity. We create inspiring experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. If you\'d like to embrace a world of opportunities, we\'d like to welcome you to the world\'s most international luxury hotel brand. Let\'s Go Further Together.

Don\'t quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you\'d be a great fit for the job? We\'ll never know unless you hit the \'Apply\' button. Start your journey with us today.

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