Job Description

Wyndham Garden Muscat is now seeking a Sales Manager to join our team.

Job Summary

The Sales Manager is responsible for effectively soliciting and becoming familiar with all accounts in his/her market segments. He/she is also responsible for prospecting and closing on assigned accounts/territory to positively impact hotel revenues.

Education & Experience

At least 2 years of progressive hotel sales experience in a specific market. Must be skilled in Windows, Company approved spreadsheets and word processing. College degree

General Requirements

Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner. Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests. Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines. Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner. Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings. Participate in M.O.D. coverage as required. Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel. Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing nametags. Comply with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations. Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions. Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary. Must be able to understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives. Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information. Perform other duties as requested by management.

Fundamental Requirements

Attend daily Wyndham Business Review (WBR) meeting. Develop a full working knowledge of the operations of the hotel, including Food and Beverage, Guest Services and Reservations. Develop a complete knowledge of company sales policies and SOP's, and ensure knowledge of and adherence to those policies by the sales team. Operate the Sales Department within established sales expense budget. Maintain and participate in an active sales solicitation program. Monitor production of all top accounts and evaluate trends within your market. Regularly contact existing accounts based on the tracing frequencies of the Account Coverage Program. Meet or exceed sales solicitation call goals as assigned by the Director of Sales. Invite clients to the hotel for entertainment, lunches, tours and site inspections. Assist in the preparation of required reports in a timely manner. Be familiar with all Wyndham sales policies and selling techniques with an emphasis on maximizing occupancy and Average Daily Rate (ADR). Conduct a professional, thorough site inspection of the hotel with clients, exhibiting key features and benefits of the property. Use your property's computerized sales management system to manage the hotel's business, including (but not limited to) generating reports, entering business, blocking space and building accounts. Meet and greet onsite contacts. Abide by Prime Selling Time (PST). Develop networking opportunities through active participation in community and professional associations, activities and events. Review meeting planner evaluations with the Director of Sales to ensure that issues receive follow-up. Handle inquiries as part of Inquiry Day Program. COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is the world's largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties with approximately 9,200 hotels across over 95 countries on six continents. Through our network of approximately 872,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the hospitality industry. Headquartered in Parsippany, N.J. with offices around the world in London, Shanghai, Buenos Aires, Dubai and more, Wyndham employs more than 2,000 corporate team members worldwide who are dedicated to the Company's mission of making hotel travel possible for all. Supporting thousands of franchisees and a growing global portfolio of 24 hotel brands--think household names like Wyndham, La Quinta, Ramada, Days Inn and Super 8--Wyndham team members are a widespread group of individuals with diverse interests and backgrounds. Our unique Count on Me culture, commitment to flexibility and core values of Integrity, Accountability, Inclusivity, Caring and Fun are just part of what continues to make Wyndham an award-winning best place to work.

Job Location: Oman, Muscat Employment Status: Full time Employment Disclaimer In some locations around the world, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts manages hotel properties on behalf of a third party owner. At many of those properties, the Hotel owner is the actual employer, and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts performs recruiting and hiring functions on behalf of the owner. I understand and agree that, by applying through this site, I may be applying for a position with a company other than Wyndham Hotels & Resorts where Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is serving only as the recruiter and will not be my actual employer.