Head of Hospitality Sales
Job Introduction
This is a fantastic opportunity to spearhead the sales and marketing within one of Sodexo’s most high profile contracts. Driving revenue through Hospitality sales and managing a team of dedicated professionals.
Role Responsibility
- Drive sales revenue of c£10 million budget across 3 different business streams
- Manage a team of sales professionals covering both inbound and outbound contact
- Manage the marketing team to ensure the relevant publicity is generated per event
- Work closely with the client to manage relationships and ensure stakeholders are engaged
- Manage relationships with customer stakeholders to drive sales growth
- Manage, develop and recruit the sales team to ensure the best fit for the business
- Develop business plans in line with overall strategy
- Develop and maintain positive sales agent relationships
- Own and develop the sales and marketing strategy, including regular reviews
The Ideal Candidate
- Significant experience within the venue / hospitality sales environment at a senior level
- A history of over achieving targets and driving sales growth
- Able to work with (and impress) senior stakeholders both internally and externally
- Strong management skills able to motivate and drive a team forwards
Package Description
£50,000 to £60,000 plus 15% bonus, 23 days holiday, £1300 flexible benefits fund and 5% pension
About the Company
In the UK and Ireland, Sodexo employs some 35,000 employees to deliver integrated facilities management services to clients at over 2,300 locations in the corporate, healthcare, education, leisure, defence and justice sectors.
With an annual turnover of over £1bn, we provide everything from catering, cleaning and reception to security, laboratory and grounds maintenance services, enabling our clients to focus on their core business.
Please note a CRB check may be required
