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Are you passionate about the hospitality industry and have a knack for sales? Do you thrive in a dynamic and customer-focused environment? If so, we invite you to become a valuable part of our team as a Hotel Sales Representative at Orion Hotels and Resorts (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd.

Position Summary:
The Hotel Sales Executive will be responsible for driving revenue by promoting and selling our hotels' services and facilities to potential clients. This role requires a strong sales background, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and a passion for customer service. The primary goal of the Hotel Sales Executive is to maximize hotel revenue through securing corporate accounts, group bookings, and individual reservations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement sales strategies:
   • Identify and target prospective clients to generate sales leads both corporate and leisure.
   • Build and maintain a database of corporate clients, event planners, travel agents, TMCs, STOs, PCOs, FITs and other potential sources of business.
   • Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to develop effective sales strategies.
2. Sales and client relationship management:
   • Conduct sales calls, meetings, and presentations to promote the hotel's services and facilities.
   • Negotiate contracts, rates, and packages with potential clients to secure business agreements.
   • Maintain positive and professional relationships with existing clients and provide outstanding customer service.
   • Respond to customer inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally.
3. Revenue generation:
   • Achieve and exceed sales targets as set by the hotel management.
   • Develop and execute sales initiatives to drive revenue growth.
   • Monitor and analyze sales performance, market conditions, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for revenue optimization.
4. Collaboration and teamwork:
   • Collaborate with other departments (e.g., marketing, operations, front desk) to ensure seamless customer experiences and successful implementation of sales strategies.
   • Attend relevant industry trade shows, conferences, and networking events to represent the hotel and build professional relationships.

1. Education and Experience:
   • Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
   • A Valid driver's license and own reliable vehicle essential.
   • A tertiary qualification in Business Administration, Marketing, Hospitality or a related field is preferred.
   • Proven experience in hotel sales, business development, or a related field.
   • Familiarity with the hotel industry, market trends, and customer preferences.
2. Sales and Communication Skills:
   • Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and presentation skills.
   • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
   • Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with clients.
3. Result-driven and self-motivated:
   • Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth.
   • Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
4. Customer-centric approach:
   • Passion for delivering exceptional customer service.
   • Ability to understand customer needs, provide solutions, and handle complaints or feedback effectively.
5. Adaptability and flexibility:
   • Willingness to adapt to changing market demands and business priorities.
   • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel, as required.
   • The successful candidate will be expected to attend a daily online meeting with management.

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated sales person with a strong background in the Hotel Industry.
This role requires someone with their own vehicle and drivers license as driving to clients for meeting etc is the norm.
Strong marketing and sales experience with a can-do attitude combined with experience in and a passion for the Hotel Industry is essential.

Matric and 5+ years relevant experience required.
Must live in the Gauteng area as our head office is in Parktown and weekly sales meetings are required.

• Build and maintain strong, lasting relationships with travel trade partners to promote the lodge and its offerings.
• Generate new business through market research, prospecting, and outreach efforts.
• Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and networking opportunities.
• Track booking trends, manage client databases, and produce regular sales reports.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to organize site inspections, workshops, and sales initiatives.
• Oversee timely communication with trade partners and ensure efficient follow-up.
• Innovate and optimize sales processes to support overall company growth.
• Assist in expanding and strengthening the sales team.

• Proven experience in hospitality sales or a related field.
• Strong sales, negotiation, and customer relationship management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed sales targets.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

• Professional, energetic, and self-motivated with a proactive approach.
• Ability to work well under pressure and maintain high standards of service.
• Strong sense of initiative and dedication to driving business growth.

Join to apply for the Sales Manager - Brand New Hotel - Boardwalk role at The Capital Hotels, Apartments & Resorts

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The Capital Hotels stands for equal opportunity while transforming the Hospitality Industry into a modern aspirational industry once again. We believe that the industry is broken and needs to reinvent the image of service and hospitality. We are achieving this through our incredible staff culture. Our dedicated staff believe in offering the highest level of guest service to our guests while maintaining their dignity and integrity. Our staff are our everything!

WHY WORK FOR US?

Our staff love coming to work as they feel respected, appreciated, heard, successful and secure. Imagine a company where managers don’t manage managers, we are all simply doers.

Making decisions in regard to our best employees also comes fast, where we recognise talent and reward it quickly through promotions. We don’t need to or want to wait for approval. We recruit on experience but promote on values — the core of which is rigor, disciplined thought and disciplined

Description:

The Sales Manager excels in the proactive pursuit, assessment, negotiation, and successful closure of deals within the designated Corporate Group market segment, contributing significantly to the hotel's revenue growth and market share objectives. This role is integral to the collaborative sales support team, addressing inquiries from both the customer base and internal staff.

Minimum Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Matric
• Proficient in comprehending, implementing, and upholding customer service and brand standards with precision.
• Possesses exceptional skills in client and account relations, cultivating strong and positive connections.
• Demonstrates a high level of sales proficiency, adept at effective negotiation and successful business closures.
• Radiates self-confidence, energy, and enthusiasm in all professional interactions.
• Adopts a hands-on problem-solving approach and maintains composure under pressure.
• Collaborates seamlessly within a team setting while also exhibiting independence when required.
• Communicates effectively with both staff members and hotel guests, ensuring clear and concise interactions.
• Upholds honesty and trustworthiness with an unwavering commitment to ethical conduct.
• Pays meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and excellence in all tasks.
• Presents a polished and articulate demeanour, reflecting professionalism in all aspects.
• Functions as a team player who leads by example, contributing positively to the overall work environment.
  
  

• Matric
• Proficient in comprehending, implementing, and upholding customer service and brand standards with precision.
• Possesses exceptional skills in client and account relations, cultivating strong and positive connections.
• Demonstrates a high level of sales proficiency, adept at effective negotiation and successful business closures.
• Radiates self-confidence, energy, and enthusiasm in all professional interactions.
• Adopts a hands-on problem-solving approach and maintains composure under pressure.
• Collaborates seamlessly within a team setting while also exhibiting independence when required.
• Communicates effectively with both staff members and hotel guests, ensuring clear and concise interactions.
• Upholds honesty and trustworthiness with an unwavering commitment to ethical conduct.
• Pays meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and excellence in all tasks.
• Presents a polished and articulate demeanour, reflecting professionalism in all aspects.
• Functions as a team player who leads by example, contributing positively to the overall work environment.
  
  

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Sales and Business Development
• Industries Restaurants

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Sales, Marketing & Revenue | Hospitality | Based at Camps Bay Village

About Our Client
My client is a leading name in South African tourism and hospitality, renowned for exceptional guest experiences and iconic property offerings. With a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and employee growth, the group empowers team members to deliver world-class service while building rewarding, long-term careers.

The Role: Marketing & Sales Manager
The Marketing & Sales Manager will lead the planning and execution of integrated sales and marketing strategies to boost direct enquiries, digital traffic, and overall property revenue. This role blends strategic leadership with hands-on execution, managing digital platforms, driving promotions, refining messaging, and aligning all efforts with the brand's goals. Reporting into the broader executive team, you'll work closely with operations and group marketing to ensure each property's story is powerfully told and effectively sold.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative, multi-channel marketing and sales strategies

• Maintain in-depth knowledge of all products, rates, promotions, and service offerings

• Lead direct sales efforts and identify new avenues for business development

• Drive bookings through proactive online marketing and lead generation campaigns

• Manage performance reporting, market analysis, and competitor benchmarking

• Maintain websites and digital content to ensure alignment with brand and property goals

• Collaborate with the group marketing team to deliver targeted campaigns and consistent messaging

• Develop annual marketing plans for both properties, managing budgets and timelines

• Execute social media, email, SEO, SEM, and third-party platform strategies

• Coordinate with event partners, festivals, and local campaigns to increase brand exposure

• Handle client relationships, including sales calls, site inspections, and contract negotiations

• Analyse sales data, report on KPIs, and support budgeting and revenue tracking

• Monitor guest reviews and ensure responses follow protocol

• Ensure service, aesthetics, and guest experience match the expectations created by marketing

About You

• Grade 12 (Matric) is required

• 3-5 years of experience in a similar sales and marketing role within hospitality

• Previous experience in a sales-led, target-driven environment is essential

• Familiarity with Opera PMS or similar systems is advantageous

• Strong communication, copywriting, and presentation skills

• Strategic thinker with the ability to interpret data and drive results

• Experience with digital platforms, traditional media, and content creation

• Organised, analytical, and proactive under pressure

• Highly collaborative, with the ability to lead projects and coordinate across departments

• Strong client management and negotiation skills

• A passion for hospitality, customer experience, and creating lasting guest impressions

This role is ideal for a performance-driven marketing and sales professional ready to make a direct impact on revenue and brand visibility at two high-profile hospitality destinations.

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Sales, Marketing & Revenue | Hospitality | Based at Harbour House Hermanus & Camps Bay Village

About Our Client
My client is a leading name in South African tourism and hospitality, renowned for exceptional guest experiences and iconic property offerings. With a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and employee growth, the group empowers team members to deliver world-class service while building rewarding, long-term careers.

The Role: Marketing & Sales Manager
The Marketing & Sales Manager will lead the planning and execution of integrated sales and marketing strategies to boost direct enquiries, digital traffic, and overall property revenue. This role blends strategic leadership with hands-on execution, managing digital platforms, driving promotions, refining messaging, and aligning all efforts with the brand's goals. Reporting into the broader executive team, you'll work closely with operations and group marketing to ensure each property's story is powerfully told and effectively sold.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative, multi-channel marketing and sales strategies
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of all products, rates, promotions, and service offerings
• Lead direct sales efforts and identify new avenues for business development
• Drive bookings through proactive online marketing and lead generation campaigns
• Manage performance reporting, market analysis, and competitor benchmarking
• Maintain websites and digital content to ensure alignment with brand and property goals
• Collaborate with the group marketing team to deliver targeted campaigns and consistent messaging
• Develop annual marketing plans for both properties, managing budgets and timelines
• Execute social media, email, SEO, SEM, and third-party platform strategies
• Coordinate with event partners, festivals, and local campaigns to increase brand exposure
• Handle client relationships, including sales calls, site inspections, and contract negotiations
• Analyse sales data, report on KPIs, and support budgeting and revenue tracking
• Monitor guest reviews and ensure responses follow protocol
• Ensure service, aesthetics, and guest experience match the expectations created by marketing

About You

• Grade 12 (Matric) is required
• 3-5 years of experience in a similar sales and marketing role within hospitality
• Previous experience in a sales-led, target-driven environment is essential
• Familiarity with Opera PMS or similar systems is advantageous
• Strong communication, copywriting, and presentation skills
• Strategic thinker with the ability to interpret data and drive results
• Experience with digital platforms, traditional media, and content creation
• Organised, analytical, and proactive under pressure
• Highly collaborative, with the ability to lead projects and coordinate across departments
• Strong client management and negotiation skills
• A passion for hospitality, customer experience, and creating lasting guest impressions

This role is ideal for a performance-driven marketing and sales professional ready to make a direct impact on revenue and brand visibility at two high-profile hospitality destinations.

Desired Skills:

• Lead Generation Management
• Targeted email marketing
• Services marketing
• Advertising schedules
• Social media
• Social Media Account Management
• Social media marketing
• Online Marketing Management
• Partnerships Account Management
• Communication marketing
• Promoting Events
• Creative writing
• Marketing Copy

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Kounsel is looking for a dynamic and results-driven Sales Representative to join our growing team! If you thrive in sales, enjoy building relationships and want uncapped earning potential, this role is for you!

Identify and target potential clients who need services through our user-friendly app.

Understand client needs and present tailored solutions.

Build and maintain long-lasting relationships with new and existing clients.

Negotiate and close sales effectively.

Identify and prospect new business opportunities through networking, cold calling, and lead generation.

Conduct product demos and provide consultations on the benefits of our app and services.

Track sales activities and client communications in CRM.

Work independently to manage your pipeline and close deals.

Meet or exceed monthly sales targets and commission goals.

Stay informed about industry trends, competitors, and market conditions.

What we are looking for:

5+ years business development, Sales experience (Healthcare/Health-Insurance/Technology preferred).

Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.

Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and independent in managing leads.

A passion for sales, healthcare, and achieving results.

Must have a laptop, reliable internet, and a quiet workspace.

Uncapped earnings – the more you sell, the more you earn!

Competitive commission structure with higher rates for larger deals.

Performance-based bonuses & incentives.

Work remotely, US Business (EST/PST/CST/MST) hours.

Be part of a fast-growing healthcare tech company.

Company Overview

Based in San Francisco, Kounsel isn't your typical tech startup. We're on a mission to revolutionize counseling services with cutting-edge technologies and AI-driven projects, offering a wide array of expertise in health, law, veterinary, and more.

At Kounsel, innovation drives everything we do. With a keen focus on customer satisfaction, we continuously refine our product using cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional services.

Our team is an international, diverse blend of talents united by a shared commitment to honesty, hard work, and creativity.