CATEGORIES: HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM

Job Type: Full Time
Locations: Ajah Lagos
Salary: NGN180000-NGN200000 Gross
Qualification: BSc
Experience: Mid-level
Job Brief
We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales & Marketing Executive to join our client’s team at a prestigious hotel in Lagos. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in driving sales, building strong client relationships, and developing innovative marketing strategies to enhance the hotel’s market presence.
What You Will Be Doing
Coordinate and manage all sales activities of the hotel, including inter-state sales efforts in line with the marketing plan.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial, retail, travel, and organizational contacts.
Undertake telesales and face-to-face sales calls with potential and established clients in allocated areas.
Canvass and prospect for new business opportunities, creating innovative strategies to maximize revenue.
Transmit all leads for business outside allocated areas to the appropriate Director of Corporate Relations (DCR) without delay.
Advise other regions via your DCR on relevant information about the hotel.
Ensure thorough product knowledge of all properties in the group and alignment with Swiss International Hotels & Resorts values.
Achieve sales targets as set by the DCR and General Manager (GM).
Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly sales reports.
Schedule and coordinate monthly marketing meetings, ensuring timely follow-ups.
Compile monthly measurability statistics for advertising campaigns and send them to the head office.
Develop, coordinate, and implement ad-hoc marketing strategies as needed for specific segments.
Ensure that all actions in the marketing plan are executed on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
Coordinate and execute follow-up actions from property inspections and sales calls.
Manage the hotel’s social media accounts and content creation to boost visibility and engagement.
Coordinate daily pricing (Yield) meetings to analyze revenue opportunities and optimize pricing strategies.
Devise and implement strategies to create and promote new revenue opportunities and innovations.
Maintain weekly contact with the GM, Guest Service Manager, and Experience Manager to stay informed about trends within the hotel.
Attend travel functions, trade fairs, exhibitions, and sales conferences to represent the hotel and build networks.
Participate in educational visits to partner hotels for commercial or travel trade engagements.
Provide regular updates and relevant information to other regions and stakeholders.
Compile and maintain a working sales business plan aligned with the hotel’s objectives.
Monitor competitor activities and market trends to identify opportunities and threats.
Prepare, analyze, and submit all required reports, including daily, weekly, and monthly performance updates.
The Ideal Candidates
A Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in sales and marketing, preferably in the hospitality industry.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing tools.
Knowledge of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software is an advantage.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
A proactive, result-oriented approach with attention to detail.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Must be well-spoken, well-groomed, and professional.
Must be familiar with the Lagos hospitality market.
Ability to drive is an added advantage.
Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₦180,000.00 - ₦200,000.00 per mont

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