Business Development Manager - Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager in the Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge. Overview of position We are looking for a motivated and sales-oriented person to fill the role of Business Development Manager reporting into the Sales & Marketing Director.
Whilst training will be provided, along with continuous development in the position, a good basic working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook is preferential.
Key Duties and Responsibilities Source and win new corporate, function, and special event business for the Hotel. Maintain existing accounts and generate new business from these accounts as per targets agreed. Support Sales & Marketing Director in the production of daily/weekly reports. Conduct an agreed amount of sales calls and site inspections to maintain and develop new business. Identify key competitors and carry out regular competitor analysis. Prepare and execute specific annual and quarterly sales and marketing action plans in conjunction with Sales & Marketing Director and the marketing executive. Maintain up-to-date client databases and the CRM system. Participate fully in all sales activities including sales researching, telesales, sales calls, corporate client entertaining, social events, promotions, and FAM entertaining. Flexibility/Inter-changeability Be flexible and co-operative in the workplace to ensure the smooth and successful operation of the hotel. Flexibility within each job category/functional area will be required by the company, and full interchangeability between departments will be required. Depending on business levels within the hotel, you may be required to assist with duties as directed by Management, which may include assistance in duties/operations in all areas of the hotel and/or its operation. Requirements: 3 years' experience in a similar role. 3rd level Degree. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to oversee & delegate work to others. A warm, friendly, and approachable personality when dealing with fellow staff and guests. The ability to work on their own initiative, as well as being capable of working as part of a team. About our culture: Dalata Hotel Group – Ireland's largest hotel group has a number of exciting positions on the horizon. As Dalata continues to grow and expand in Ireland and the UK, it's more important than ever to have the right team alongside us. In the near future, we will be opening the doors of new hotels, creating many jobs and investing millions in the Irish and UK economy.
We lead through our Dalata values of "Our People, Our Fairness, Our Service and Our Individuality". If you have the right attitude and energy, you will have great opportunities to progress within the group. Our company is a place where you can do great things – individually and as a team. You will have the opportunity to develop your talent, be recognised and rewarded for your commitment, and pursue a fulfilling career. We also have a number of unique and recognised training programmes to aid your professional and personal development and pride ourselves on creating an objective, supportive, and fair working environment for our employees.
Dalata Hotel Group Plc is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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