We are looking for an experienced Sales Manager who will represent Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam. As an ambassador of the Anantara brand you are a professional representative who takes initiative to create business opportunities for potential clients and existing key accounts, focused mainly on the event side of Sales. Through a result driven approach, you will be able to achieve results primarily in the high-end luxury segment and contribute significantly to the Hotels sales objectives.
Your main responsibilities;Ensure that you fully understand the business strategy and positioning of the Anantara brand, and that you are able to effectively articulate this positioning in the marketplace;Maintain a personal up-to-date knowledge on all Anantara product and service offerings, products, services, rates, new developments of key competitors and an awareness of general industry trends;Approach personal sales activities from a strategic perspective, understanding the relative importance and priority of the current account base, and directing personal sales efforts accordingly;Focus on assertively establishing new client contacts and developing detailed information on the potential revenues of these accounts;Manages local Corporate and MICE accounts in consultation with Cluster Sales team, relevant segment teams and global (key) account managers;Ensure that you are clear on your revenue target and have a planned strategy to achieve the goals and financial targets set by Director of Sales;Actively participate in client familiarization trips, site inspections, sales trips and roadshows as required to meet the sales targets of the hotel;Communicate effectively with all operational colleagues, providing support and information to ensure accurate delivery of our promise;Proactively position the hotel as a business leader in the Amsterdam Luxury market;Maintain accurate management status reporting on business results;Drive opportunities to upsell and cross-sell Anantara products.