One of the best-known Swiss brands in the world, Swiss\xc3\xb4tel Hotels & Resorts offers contemporary hotels infused with the freshness and vitality of alpine energy, rooted in the tradition of Swiss hospitality. Respected for its intelligent design, quality craftsmanship and mindful approach to sustainability, Swiss\xc3\xb4tel gives its guests peace of mind to explore the world, discover lifes true rewards and embrace opportunities to live it well. The Swiss\xc3\xb4tel brand was founded in 1980 and today numbers more than 30 hotels globally including flagship properties such as Swiss\xc3\xb4tel The Bosphorus in Istanbul, Swiss\xc3\xb4tel The Stamford in Singapore and Swiss\xc3\xb4tel Krasnye Holmy in Moscow. Swiss\xc3\xb4tel is part of AccorHotels, a world-leading travel and lifestyle group which invites travellers to feel welcome at more than 4,500 hotels, resorts and residences, along with some 10,000 of the finest private homes around the globe. Step into a world of ease, luxury and Swiss hospitality at Swissotel Al Murooj located in the citys favoured destinations for business or leisure. Directly opposite The Dubai Mall, one of the largest malls in the world, the iconic Burj Khalifa and within a few minutes drive to Dubai International Financial Centre and World Trade Centre with its many exhibition halls. The unique urban-style feel and ambiance at Swissotel Al Murooj Dubai cleverly combines hotel and apartment style accommodation, arranged around a central leisure complex. Quality in service is demonstrated through the warmth, diligence and entrepreneurial mind-set of its team, ensuring individual guest needs are anticipated and exceeded, that every detail has been thought of and executed in advance.
Assistant Sales Manager - Corporate/ Government As Assistant Sales Manager - Corporate/ Government, you will maintain a high level of exposure for the hotel through direct sales, telephone, and written communications and to drive, manage and maintain robust positive relations with all key accounts and business.
Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
Ensure prompt and courteous service is extended to both internal and external customers
Ensure the achievement of sales objectives on a monthly, quarterly and yearly basis
Solicit corporate business through action plan preparation and execution
Establish parameters, quotes, and negotiate prices, confirming by written contracts
Participate in tradeshows, conventions and promotional events within the hotel and trade related organizations as needed
Maintain accounts, contacts, activities, and business details within the appropriate software applications
Work closely with other departments to ensure all details of the contract were delivered and Guests depart satisfied
Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports, as required
Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs
Follow departmental policies and procedures
Follow all safety policies
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree.
Must have minimum 3 years experience in a similar role, within an international brand.
Strong knowledge in Microsoft Office and other related systems.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
Excellent command in English / additional language is an advantage.