Sales Manager (Leisure) - #1701488

Company Description

Located adjacent to the residential tower, expert service and world-class luxury combine in the Raffles Hotel Jeddah, which is ready to welcome you and your guests at any moment. Here, the high standards, special touches, and trademark elegance of the Raffles brand are the ultimate compliment to the charm and beauty of a stay in Jeddah.

Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and goal-oriented Sales Manager (Leisure) to join our dynamic team in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. As a key member of our sales department, you will be responsible for driving leisure sales growth, developing strategic partnerships, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences.

• Develop and implement innovative sales strategies to exceed personal and team sales goals in the leisure segment


• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key accounts, travel agencies, and tour operators


• Conduct regular sales calls, site inspections, and participate in industry tradeshows and events


• Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create tailored leisure packages and promotions


• Prepare and present comprehensive sales reports and forecasts to senior management


• Mentor and motivate team members to achieve individual and collective targets


• Ensure compliance with company policies, standards, and industry regulations


• Actively participate in industry-related organizations and associations


• Coordinate and manage sales trips, including budget planning and post-trip reporting


• Utilize customer relationship management (CRM) systems to maintain accurate account information

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management, Business Administration, or related field (preferred)


• Minimum of 5 years' experience in luxury hotel sales, with a focus on the leisure segment


• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets


• In-depth knowledge of the leisure travel industry and current market trends


• Strong understanding of the luxury hospitality market


• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills


• Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience in team management


• Proficiency in Opera, Microsoft Office suite, and CRM systems


• Strategic planning and forecasting skills


• Ability to travel regularly and work flexible hours as required


• Active membership or willingness to join relevant industry associations


• Fluency in English; additional language skills are a plus

Additional Information

• Being a Raffles employee means embodying and conveying the brand and the company mindset through our Heartiest service culture.