Job Description
Company Description
At the 25hours Hotel One Central, Bedouin traditions are brought back to life and reinterpreted in a contemporary way. Here our colleagues become storytellers themselves. With a view of the Museum of the Future near the Dubai International Financial Center, everyone will find their way to us. Whether for an ice cream walk or a birthday celebration, we also enjoy spending time together outside of work. We are a colourful, diverse, professional team and love our friendly, informal culture.
COME AS YOU ARE & JOIN THE 25h TRIBE.
Job Description
How does your working day look like …
- Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy to target GCC-based corporate accounts, government contracts, and associations.
- Identify new business opportunities through market research and competitor analysis, and drive new revenue streams.
- Establish and manage the hotel’s sales approach for government tenders, bids, and long-term contracts.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key corporate decision-makers, government officials, and local/regional business associations.
- Act as the primary liaison between the hotel and all GCC & Government clients to ensure client satisfaction and to maximize revenue potential.
- Regularly visit key accounts and government offices to maintain visibility, gain insights into future opportunities, and ensure repeat business.
- Negotiate and secure contracts with government entities, large corporate groups, and GCC-based associations for both corporate events and leisure business.
- Represent the hotel at regional trade shows, conferences, and networking events to generate new leads and enhance brand presence.
- Monitor competitor offerings and adjust sales strategies accordingly to maximize competitive advantage.
- Regularly track and report on sales performance, market trends, and industry insights.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual sales forecasts, budgets, and reports to ensure revenue targets are met.
- Conduct post-event reviews to ensure satisfaction and identify areas for improvement.
- Work closely with the hotel’s operations team, including the front office, events, and catering departments, to ensure seamless execution of bookings and events.
- Coordinate with marketing teams to create tailored promotional offers for government and GCC clientele.
- Oversee and manage the entire sales process from lead generation and proposal creation to contract negotiation and final closing.
- Ensure compliance with the hotel’s pricing structure, contracts, and policies while delivering tailored solutions to meet client needs.
Qualifications
Your personality counts more than your CV …
- A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, Marketing, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in hotel sales, with a proven track record in the GCC market and/or government sector sales.
- Strong understanding of the GCC business landscape, government procurement processes, and key corporate accounts.
- Experience working with government contracts and tenders is a significant advantage.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with senior-level clients and government officials.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and navigate complex decision-making processes.
- Strong negotiation, presentation, and closing skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), CRM software (e.g., Salesforce, Opera), and other sales tools.
- Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Arabic is a plus.
- Strong cultural sensitivity and an understanding of the GCC region’s business etiquette and dynamics.
- Self-motivated, goal-driven, and results-oriented.
- Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively with a team.
Additional Information
What’s in it for you …
- Get to know all the other 25hours hotels and stay ten nights a year for free as an employee!
- Take advantage of being part of Ennismore and get generous discounts when visiting our bars and restaurants as well as booking hotel rooms all over the world
- Benefit from great offers from our numerous cooperation partners
- Be part of our hilarious staff parties and much more...
