Sales Exec vacancy – Dual site, 4 star hotels in Leeds & York. £30,000 per annum plus free parking, solid progression working for a highly reputable and established hotel group.

Reports into Sales Director and works closely with the Sales Office Manager and the reactive team. You will work from office space at Thorpe Park Hotel. This role would suit a current Sales Exec, Researcher or coordinator who is keen to move more into a proactive role and enjoys attending networking events, lobby hosting, lead generation and the chance to learn from and work closely with an experienced Sales Director.

A healthy sales pipeline is the lifeblood of any successful business. Reporting to the DOS as Sales Executive you will be passionate about sales, self-motivated and inquisitive in nature to help secure repeat business and new opportunities. If you’re a Sales Executive or have experience in sales research or generating sales leads this position could be for you. Your day to day:

• To develop new business opportunities through attending local networking events and building relationships with businesses and agents alike.
• To become our local expert on commercial activity in the area and share ideas and opportunities with the wider sales team.
• Proactive approach to outbound calls to both new and existing customers to generate business leads.
• Support with the hotel marketing strategy.
• Keep connected with conference and corporate clients to keep up to date with their business and key requirements.
• Communicate with guests/clients with warmth and hospitality to deliver an authentic and genuine experience.
• Work as part of a sales team to drive and achieve the sales targets.
• Here at Daniel Thwaites, our history and heritage, craftsmanship and tradition go hand in hand and bring together our real family hospitality and we are looking for a Sales Executive to join our family.

Who are we looking for?  

You will be solutions-focused and able to work both individually and as part of team, with excellent time management skills.

If you have a natural sales ability and are meticulous in your preparation and attention to detail, the role of Sales Executive could be for you. Experience of a hotel environment would be advantageous but full training will be provided.