Sales Manager at Hilton Hotel & Resorts

Principle Responsibilities & Position Purpose:A Sales Manager with Hilton Hotels and Resorts analyses local market trends and competitor activity to recommend strategies that keep the hotel a leader in the marketplace through the development of future and repeat business.Must have 7 years work experience in Sales in a busy environment, preferably hospitality industry with a proven track record to close a sale.Strong leadership skills, whereas it is evident that you can effectively manage and motivate a team to perform beyond expectationsStrong analytical skills so to understand key business indicators and competitive trends and develop approaches to these challengesBusiness degree, or any relevant qualification, would be advantageousDevelop customer accounts and travel within the local area to drive business into the specific hotel/cluster and to increase market/customer share in all revenue streams

Specific Job Knowledge, Skill and Ability Possession of excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.Positive attitudeSkilled in use of Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, Spreadsheet and database, Outlook, E-mail system.Commitment to delivering a high level of customer serviceExcellent organizational and planning skillsFlexibility to respond to a range of different work situationsAbility to work under pressure and under own initiativePrevious experience in sales role with the ability to close a sale

Application Process:
Excellent future career opportunities are available within the organization.Compensation and benefits are commensurate with background and experience.Hilton Nairobi is an equal opportunity employer and as such, canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification