Business Development Executive at Accor

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Development, Sales, Revenue Generation, MICE, Group Business, Client Relationship Building, Negotiation, Communication, Time Management, CRM Systems, Prospecting, Networking, Microsoft Office, Proactive Selling, Reactive Sales, Market Insight

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Company Description Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/ Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS Job Description Reporting to the Director of Sales & Marketing, the Business Development Executive will drive revenue for Novotel and ibis Melbourne Central, with a strong focus on MICE and group business and partnering with existing suppliers (such as PCO’s & TMC’s ) This role combines proactive business development and reactive sales, managing incoming enquiries while actively identifying and securing new opportunities within the meetings, conferences, events and group segments. You will build strong client relationships, convert enquiries into confirmed business, and contribute to achieving the hotels’ revenue targets. Key Responsibilities Manage reactive MICE and group enquiries, preparing proposals and converting opportunities into confirmed business Proactively source new MICE, group and event opportunities through prospecting and networking Conduct sales calls, client meetings and site inspections to build strong relationships and generate business Work closely with Conference & Events and Reservations teams to ensure smooth handover of confirmed bookings Maintain accurate sales activity and client information within the CRM system Provide market and competitor insights to support the sales strategy Represent the hotels at industry events and networking opportunities What you need to be successful Previous hotel sales or hospitality industry experience, preferably within MICE or groups Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills Excellent organisation and time management abilities Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems The ideal candidate is driven, proactive and results-focused, with a passion for building relationships and converting opportunities into business. Additional Information ABOUT NOVOTEL & IBIS MELBOURNE CENTRAL Novotel and Ibis Melbourne Central is a dual branded hotel with 473 rooms conveniently located in the CBD. Everything we do, we do to help make our guests and our people feel welcome and feel valued to give them the best experience they deserve! What is in it for you? Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide from day one. Learning programs through our Academies. Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world! Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities. Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. Job-Category: Sales & Marketing Job Type: Permanent Job Schedule: Full-Time

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Responsibilities

The Executive will manage reactive MICE and group enquiries, prepare proposals, and convert opportunities into confirmed business while proactively sourcing new opportunities through prospecting and networking. This role also involves building strong client relationships and contributing to achieving the hotels’ revenue targets.