Conference Sales Manager / Event Sales Manager at a Reputable Hotel- Kakanfo Inn and Conference Centre

Kakanfo Inn and Conference Centre - Our client, a reputable Hotel, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Conference Sales Manager / Event Sales Manager

Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Conference and Events Sales Manager is responsible for Soliciting conference business for the hotel in assigned market areas and achieving sales targets defined by the management.
• The successful candidate should also be able to work under pressure, meet deadlines and achieve daily targets, whilst offering a very high level of Customer Service.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with key decisions makers from Corporate, negotiating rates and confirming their accommodation, meetings and events.
• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of sales, department and budgetary reports as and when required Planning events in conjunction with the client.
• Present and sell available and suitable banquet/event options to the highest possible standard.
• Arrange and carry out Hotel show rounds.
• Ensure the complete administration and execution of all planned events.
• Negotiate space, dates and rates to obtain booking goals while focusing on shoulder and off-season business.
• Assist in development and solicitation of Banquet and event package plans aimed at conference business and encourage repeat business.
• Actively manage business bookings, record denials, make network referrals.
• Make commercial decisions to maximize MICE income on a daily basis.
• Build strong relationships with customers to fully understand their needs.
• Carry out a monthly review for the next 6 month’s availability to highlight high or low demand dates and take steps to minimize the risk of any shortfall or overbooking.
• Ensuring all inquiries are recorded accurately in the Event Enquiry application (Opera S&M, Delphi, Protel Banquet, MICE software etc.).
• Bring in direct guests through online marketing and advertising.
• Helping the hotel to identify new avenues of business and bring in more banquet events to the hotel.

Requirements

• B.Sc / Diploma in Hospitality or Sales and Marketing.
• 6 - 10 years experience in Hotel/Banquet/Event sales with a proven track record.
• Must have a very high level of Customer Service.
• Proficient in using CRM, MS office software applications including MS Office, Excel, Powerpoint etc.

Application Closing Date
20th February 2022.