Assistant Sales Manager

Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel, is located only a few steps away from the Masjid Al Haram and the Holy Ka’aba. This 76-story hotel, one of the world’s tallest, is the focal point of the Abraj Al Bait Complex, part of the King Abdul Aziz Endowment Project, is the iconic symbol of hospitality in the Holy City. The hotel authentic hospitality is seen throughout 1618 guest rooms and suites are thoughtfully and elegantly appointed-with extravagant amenities and five-star services that allow for peaceful reflection and repose.

<b>Job Description: </b> <br>

• Establish, maintain, and use his library of reference materials, periodicals, texts and sales leads: stay abreast of market trends and hotel selling techniques. <br>
• Research the market on a continuing basis to determine where business comes from, what is the influence, who the hotel’s clients are, how they normally arrive in the city, etc. <br>
• Go on sales trip to promote and solicit business for the hotel. <br>
• Maintain close contacts within the community and in neighboring marketing areas, with airlines, travel agencies, commercial houses, private club, professional associates, etc. to procure new business for the hotel. <br>
• Review internal promotion pieces on a regular basis to ensure that all hotel sign, posters, tent cards, etc. are adequate, up to date, visually effective and consistent with high standards set by management. <br>
• Organize and promote, in cooperation with the Food and Beverage Department, special project such as Monthly Food Promotion, Café promotion, etc. to stimulate the Food & Beverage sales within the community. <br>
• Coordinate with Front Office and Housekeeping Departments in handling of room reservations and customers’ inquiries, requests and complaints. <br>
• Direct, supervise and administer all personnel within the Sales Department. <br>
• Prepare and execute (in conjunction with the Public Relations Department) regular direct mail campaigns that stimulate local interest in the Hotel’s facilities, announce a special event, promote the credit card, etc. <br> <br>

<b>- Qualifications: </b> <br>

• Discipline, good attitude and self motivated. <br>
• Passionate in guest experience and satisfaction. <br> <br>
• Able to work in a team & good communication. <br>
• Fluent in English both written and verbally. <br>
• Must have experienced in the same position at least 2 years in an upscale hotel. <br>
• Hotel or Business School graduates Higher Diploma or Bachelor Degree