Sales and Marketing Executive

JOB DESCRIPTION
Event Coordination & Management:

·         Handle event management for all events and produce accurate and timely event orders with revenue forecasted correctly in all fields.

·         Build relationships with clients and develop an understanding of their needs and requirements and provide solutions to match in order for a successful event.

·         Ensure all deposits are received and paid in accordance to contract terms.

Commercial Focus & Revenue:

·         Be aware of the key revenue goals and targets of the department to focus all activities towards achieving these goals.

·         Maximise profitability using the event management system and events diary.

·         Effective diary management and selling strategies for additional requests.

Marketing Administration & Coordination:

·         Champion brand values and ensure the hotel adheres to brand and product standards and positioning, identity and guidelines in all communication (visual, print and electronic).

·         Contribute creative promotional ideas for outlets and catering sales.

Website Management:

·         Be responsible for marketing content on all brand and third-party websites including but not limited to online travel agents (OTA) and GDS (copy, images, promotions) to ensure effectiveness for the relevant target audience and source market.

·         Manage the brand website compliantly and ensure quality audits are regularly run and reported on.

Digital Marketing & Social Media:

·         Prepare a fortnightly plan for social media and execute on activities after approval from management.

·         Review and update offers and promotions for ease of use and maximum customer reach.

Tactical Promotion:

·         Ensure the hotel evaluates and participates in any regional, area and global promotions.

·         Align all tactical promotions with hotel positioning.

Sponsorships, Partnerships & Public Relations:

·         Develop partnerships and professional relationships within the local market and ensure you are a brand ambassador for the hotel.

·         Identify and recommend partnership opportunities that will fit the brand.

 

 

 

 

What are we looking for?

 

A Sales and Marketing  Executive serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

Positive attitude and good communication skills
Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
Excellent grooming standards
Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations
Ability to work under pressure and under own initiative
Experience in a sales role with a proven track record to close a sale
It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

Knowledge of local market
Knowledge of hospitality
Passion for sales and for achieving targets and objectives

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

 

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!