Senior Manager, Business Development Central Europe (Hilton Supply Manageme

at  Hilton

ABOUT US:

Hilton is one of the largest and fastest growing hospitality companies in the world, with more than 7,600 properties with more than 1.2M rooms in 126 countries and territories, Hilton offers countless opportunities.
From an open door to a welcoming smile and an exceptional experience, we offer the millions of travelers who stay with us every year a welcome they will never forget. If you appreciate the impact global travel can have and have an affinity for Sales, Supply Management you may be just the person we are looking for to join our team.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

Reporting to the Senior Director Continental Europe for Hilton Supply Management, you will oversee business development including lead generation, pitch and close out on new business. You will also be responsible for identifying, developing, and supporting strategic international accounts to drive revenue and market share growth for HSM.
Position Summary:
You will be accountable for the business development and growth of new business through signing new ownership groups, management and hotel companies on HSM programs. To do this, you will need to be a true sales professional that goes beyond just closing a deal. You will need to proactively manage the relationships, build a strong network and know what good business looks like while being effective within a matrix organization.
You’ll be sitting alongside and supporting the customer engagement teams that are responsible for day-to-day account management as well as in-market sales. You will utilize Sales and hospitality knowledge, with affinity to Supply Management, to identify avenues that will enhance profitability of accounts and generation of new business.

We are seeking an individual with strong leadership and business acumen to oversee business development and drive sales. You will demonstrate success through:

• Goal-Oriented Focus: Top sales professionals are driven by clear targets, with an ability to create actionable plans to meet and exceed sales quotas.
• Drive Growth and be a self-starter: Identify new opportunities, develop partnerships, and expand (market) presence, whilst improving customer retention and achieving revenue targets.
• Relationship Building: Strong sales leaders excel in building trust and rapport with clients and stakeholders, essential for long-term partnerships and customer loyalty. Ultimately, true salespeople understand that the client’s success is their success.
• Analytical Thinking: Use data and market insights to inform decisions, anticipate customers’ needs, and tailor solutions.
• Communication and Persuasion: Effective communication is critical, both in presenting products and in negotiating. Persuasive skills allow sales leaders to convey value and influence client decisions positively.
• Active Listening & Empathy: Have the ability to truly listen—not just hear what a customer is saying. They understand the emotions, concerns, and desires behind the words and solve problems.
• Resilience & Persistence: Sales is often about facing rejection and setbacks. We are looking for a salesperson has the tenacity to follow up, overcome objections, and maintain momentum, all without being pushy or losing their positive attitude.
• Adaptability: Every customer is different. We are looking for somebody that can read the room, adjust their approach, and pivot strategies on the fly based on the customer’s personality, decision-making process, and industry dynamics.
• Industry Knowledge & Insight: A true sales professional is not just selling a product but also selling expertise. They are well-informed about their industry, competitors, and market trends, positioning themselves as a trusted advisor to their clients.

Please refer the Job description for details