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  1. Full-Time
  2. Permanent
  3. NOVOTEL
  4. Sales

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Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus, Istanbul, Turkey

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REF84707L

Group & Conference Sales Executive

Region

MEA SPAC


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/
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Job Description

 

  • Identify, qualify, and solicit new group and conference business opportunities to achieve sales targets.
  • Handle incoming inquiries for groups and meetings in a professional and timely manner.
  • Prepare and present proposals, quotations, and contracts to clients.
  • Maintain regular contact with existing and potential clients through calls, emails, and site inspections.
  • Coordinate with the Events and Operations teams to ensure flawless execution of all group and conference requirements.
  • Maintain accurate records of all sales activities in the hotel’s CRM system.
  • Prepare weekly and monthly sales reports and forecasts as requested by management.
  • Stay updated on market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to identify new opportunities.
  • Represent the hotel at trade shows, networking events, and sales missions as required.
  • Ensure all sales activities are aligned with the hotel’s standards and brand values.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Tourism, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field (preferred)
  • Previous experience in a similar position, preferably within a
  • Strong sales orientation with a proven ability to achieve and exceed targets
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients and key accounts
  • Highly organized with strong planning and time management skills
  • Team player with the ability to work independently when required
  • Strong problem-solving abilities with a guest-oriented and solution-focused approach
  • Proficient in MS Office applications (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
  • Flexible and able to adapt to a fast-paced working environment and variable working hours

Additional Information

A team player
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Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.

When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.

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