Event Sales Manager
Accor
- Adelaide, SA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Complete organisation of conferences, events and group accommodation from confirmation to post-event follow-up in order to ensure client satisfaction.
- Prepare all banquet event orders, and other relevant paperwork to effectively communicate client/guests needs to internal and external sources.
- Preparation and follow-up of event, group accommodation, social and corporate proposals as well as promotional collaborations for direct clients and on behalf of department, as required.
- Work within an agile team environment to maximise opportunities in an ever-changing environment, this may include product and promotion development.
- Promote and Market curated events.
- Assist with the use of the Sofitel and Garcon Bleu marketing tools, to create, distribute and analyse promotional executions.
- Use of hotel tracking system to accurately record all activities including follow-up.
- Represent the hotel at various functions and meetings, as necessary.
- Quoting and contracting business both new and existing clients.
- Develop close relationships with other Accor hotels, hotel suppliers and contractors and all Conference and Event clients, past, present and future
- Assist “walk-ins” with their enquiries.
- Sell all Hotel Services, with particular focus on up selling and add on sales to heighten the client experience and add revenue for the business.
- Conduct thorough client and staff briefings as necessary.
- Previous sales experience within the tourism or hospitality sector is advantageous.
- Ability to work independently and manage conflicting priorities when under pressure.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships.
- Attention to detail.
- Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.
- Employee benefit card offering discounted accommodation and food & beverage discounts in Accor properties worldwide
- up to 50% discount on meals at Sofitel Adelaide
- Family & Friends accommodation discounts
- Learning programs through our Academies
- Fully laundered uniform provided
- Free 24 hour access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunities to develop your talent and grow within our property and across the world!
- Ability to make a difference through our corporate social responsibility activities
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