Assistant Sales Manager - Leisure

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Company Description

Join  us at Accor,  where  life pulses  with  passion! ​

As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status-quo.​

By joining us, you will become a Heartist®, because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart.​

You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are. You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfil yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world!​

You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment.​

Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning,to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers, for your colleagues and for the planet.

Hospitality   is  a  work  of  heart , ​
Join  us and  become  a  Heartist ®.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Assistant Sales Manager - Leisure to join our team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. As a key member of our sales team, you will be responsible for driving revenue growth and expanding our market presence within the leisure industry.

 

·  Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed revenue targets in the leisure market
·  Lead, motivate, and mentor a high-performing sales team to meet individual and collective goals
·  Analyse market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to identify new business opportunities
·  Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and partners in the market
·  Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery of products and services
·  Monitor sales performance metrics and prepare regular reports for senior management
·  Conduct market research and stay updated on industry trends to inform sales strategies
·  Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and local laws in target markets
·  Manage the sales budget and optimise resource allocation for maximum ROI
·  Develop and execute innovative marketing campaigns to promote leisure products and services
·  Negotiate contracts and agreements with key leisure industry partners and suppliers
·  Implement and manage customer relationship management (CRM) systems to improve sales efficiency
·  Identify and develop new leisure market segments to diversify the company's portfolio
·  Provide regular training and development opportunities for the sales team to enhance their skills and knowledge of the leisure industry

 

Qualifications

·  Min. 2 years in a similar role in the luxury hospitality industry
·  Min. 2 years' experience actively managing Tour Operator relationships within their respective markets
·  Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or related field; Master's degree preferred
·  Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets in the leisure industry
·  Strong understanding of leisure market trends, consumer behaviour, and competitive landscape
·  Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing sales team
·  Advanced negotiation and contract management skills
·  Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and partners at all levels
·  Willingness to travel frequently to meet clients and attend industry events

Additional Information

Directly opposite to The Dubai Mall, the iconic Burj Khalifa, 10 minutes walk to the Dubai Metro Station and within a few minutes’ drive to DIFC, World Trade Centre and just 15 minutes’ drive from Dubai International Airport, Swissotel Al Murooj is located in downtown Dubai, one of the city’s favoured destinations for business or leisure.