Sales Executive At Intercontinental Yokohama Pier 8

Sales Executive

We're always looking for new ways to raise the bar. So we're searching for a Sales Executive with a track record of driving sales and smashing targets to help us fill our rooms, meeting suites and banquet halls.

Your responsibility

• Sales and proposals for FIT, Group, and MICE at a luxury hotel
• Selling to new, existing, and prospective clients, negotiating optimum rates based on sales strategy
• Preparation of new products and services based on market trends
• Active participation in developing sales & marketing strategies and annual sales plan
• Building relationships with travel agencies, tour operators, DMCs, and professional associations locally and internationally
• Maintaining contact with meeting and convention planners, incentive buyers, government departments, and other clients/partners
• Planning and conducting familiarization tours and site inspections
• Domestic and international travel to promote the hotel and develop new business
• Collaborating with other hotel departments for information sharing and preparation
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Sales

Experience

• At least 2 years of experience in hotel sales or a similar role
• Preference for those with experience in city hotels

Desired Candidate

• Clear and open communication based on trust with colleagues and clients
• Goal-oriented and open to change and challenges
• Persistent problem-solving attitude under any circumstance
• Flexible in working with multinational staff and guests while respecting differences
• Humble and eager to learn
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills

Language

Proficient in Japanese and English

System Skills

Basic PC operation, Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint), Meeting Broker, Cvent