Group (Meeting & Events) Sales Manager

“The world is yours with Meliá” 

Joining Meliá is to embark on a journey without borders because the possibilities of growing and training here are endless. It is knowing that the world is yours and that you can work in many countries. And all with the feeling that you are part of a big family. 

It means knowing that you have started one of the most exciting journeys of your life, a journey in which inspiration will always accompany you. Do you dare to be the owner of your professional career in an inspiring world? 😉🌟

Because belonging to the great Meliá family is being VIP 

You will enjoy My MeliáRewards which is the exclusive loyalty programme for our employees with exclusive benefits and advantages. 

In addition, enjoy the My MeliáBenefits programme: with flexible remuneration, exclusive discounts on a variety of products and services, active and healthy lifestyles, and charitable initiatives. Be as proud to belong to Meliá as we are of you 😉 

Job Summary:

As a Group Sales Manager, you are leading the Meeting & Events team. You maximize revenue opportunities in the areas of meetings, events and group reservations by driving sales leads and increasing conversions.

What will I be doing?

• You will manage the Group, Meeting & Events team.
• Responsible for the fulfilment of Group Business budget (rooms + events revenue) for INNSiDE Amsterdam.
• You and your team manage the group requests and provide an accurate quotation. You will action all RFP’s, proposals and all other necessary organizing tasks (BEO’s, Invoices etc.) to organize a smooth arrival for our guests.
• You will analyze all requests and distribute along the team and define adequate actions to achieve every single business opportunity.
• You will manage the hotel PMS system and make sure that all data related to groups are updated in the CRM and Sales database.
• Regularly prepare group production reports and participate in business review meetings.
• You and your team will create contracts and execute invoices & payments as well as handling all correspondence with clients.
• You will ensure all negotiations, contracts and credit policies are all aligned with the policies and procedures established by MHI.
• You will conduct site inspections with clients.
• You will work closely with different departments mainly Sales, Revenue, F&B & Front office. You report directly to the Director of Sales.

What are we looking for?

• You are a person who loves to sell a brand new hotel of 328 rooms and a Skybar on the Zuidas of Amsterdam
• Are ready for the next step due to previous experience and you are someone who can lead the team to a new height.
• Are the role model of the team, you are not only managing the team but together you are getting the job done. You are organized, precise and always aim for the best possible results.  
• Speak multiple languages, preferably Dutch and English, you bring your personal style to every occasion, you have new ideas to motivate your team and create a fun but effective working environment.
• Love to travel, discover the world and enjoy discounts, with our MeliaRewards you can visit one of our 400+ hotels worldwide for a great price! Even your friends and family will receive a discount.
• Will receive a competitive salary package, have international growth opportunities and the party animal in you enjoys our staff outings and activities.

At Meliá we are all VIP 🌟

Great professionals who make everyday life easier and exceptional. From the junior to the most senior, all of them have unique and important qualities that make working at Meliá an opportunity for constant growth and a passport to create your future wherever you want.  

Our warmth, proximity and passion for what we do make working at Meliá an unforgettable experience, full of emotional moments and always with the feeling that you belong to a big family where we have people like you, VIP People. 

At Meliá Hotels International, we are committed to equal opportunities between women and men in the workplace, with the commitment of management and the principles contained in Human Resources policies. We also prioritize disseminating throughout the entire staff a corporate culture committed to effective equality, and raising awareness about the need to act jointly and globally.

We promote our commitment to equality and diversity, avoiding any kind of dicrimination, especially related to reasons of disability, race, religion, gender, or age. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees are essential for our success as a global company.

Additionally, we support the sustainable growth of our industry through a socially responsible team. In this sense, our motto is "Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present". Thanks to al our collaborators, we make it possible. 

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