The Manchester Deansgate Hotel is on
the lookout for a dynamic Sales Manager to inspire and lead. Join the excitement
and become part of the IHG Hotels and Resorts
family!
Welcome to the Manchester Deansgate Hotel, where
modern luxury travel meets the vibrant spirit of Manchester. Nestled in
the iconic Beetham Tower, this hotel features 279 elegantly designed rooms
with stunning skyline views. Enjoy upscale amenities, including sky bar Cloud
23, 2 Rosette Podium Restaurant, an indoor pool, and a fitness centre. Perfect
for both business and leisure travellers, with 14 meeting rooms and over 1,800
square feet of event space.
Experience our commitment to redefining luxury travel, blending sophistication
with the rich culture of Manchester. The Manchester Deansgate Hotel will fully
transition to the InterContinental brand by 2027, enhancing your stay with our
signature luxury and service.
As the Sales Manager,
reporting into and working closely with the Director of Sales,
you will support the delivery of the hotel’s sales strategy by proactively
driving new business and contributing to the success of the proactive Sales
team. Your day-to-day will be driven by our Guests and business needs;
however, you can expect to cover the following duties
and responsibilities (not all encompassing)…
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Working closely with the Director of Sales
to support and contribute to the proactive sales strategy, actively
participating in sales activity and sharing best practice with the wider
team.Supporting sales coaching and conversion activity for
the proactive and wider commercial team, confidently contributing to training
sessions and stakeholder presentations where required.Proactively
delivering new direct business and developing a strong sales pipeline aligned
with business needs, while managing assigned segments and contributing
to budgeted sales targets.Generating new business leads through
a variety of channels, including social media, networking, and market research,
as well as supporting the renegotiation of existing annual agreements in line
with the hotel’s KPIs.Accurately tracking and reporting sales activity
and performance against targets, KPIs, and sales objectives, highlighting risks
and opportunities to the Director of Sales.Working collaboratively
within the Sales team and across the wider Hotel to support board sales packs,
monthly commercial reviews, and other reporting requirements.Using best
practice to continuously improve sales processes, identifying opportunities
to streamline efficiency and maintaining regular communication
with above-property sales teams to ensure alignment with IHG’s overall
strategy.We are searching for a true service superstar,
someone who thrives in providing our Guests with an excellent service throughout
their stay.
In addition to this, we are looking for someone who has….
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Availability to work primarily Monday
to Friday; however, additional hours in the evenings and weekends may
be required to meet business needs. Some travel will be required to attend
roadshows, corporate events, and client visits.Proven experience as
a Sales Manager or Senior Sales Executive, with experience supervising, coaching
or mentoring team members within a busy sales team (ideally in a branded hotel
or hospitality environment)A strong track record of achieving sales
targets, with experience in the hospitality industry. Strong knowledge of local
and UK markets is essential, with Corporate and MICE experience highly
desirable.Demonstrated ability to plan and execute sales activity
effectively, contributing to sales strategies while overseeing and supporting
day-to-day team performance.Ability to work well under pressure,
prioritise workloads and consistently maintain high standards and attention
to detail for yourself and the team.Proficient in Microsoft Office
applications, with Opera/Cvent/Delphi knowledge being
a bonus. At IHG Hotels and Resorts, we believe that no two
individuals are alike, and we celebrate that by offering our
colleagues a wide range of additional benefits to support their unique needs
and aspirations. You can expect to receive….
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Financial security – Competitive salary, guaranteed
hours, a free meal on shift, paid holidays, subsidised unsocial hour travel
support and enhanced sick pay! Plus additional sales bonus dependent
on performance outcomes. Growth and development – extensive
training, opportunities for career progression across the world, plus 2 paid
days volunteering per year with a cause of your choice. IHG has been recognised
as a ‘Best Employer 2025’ in the UK by Mercer.
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Colleague
perks - worldwide discounted room rates and discounted
F&B whilst on employee rate (IHG has over 6,000 hotels and growing), plus
generous friends and family rate.
Discounts through our portal on your supermarket shop, experiences and loads
of retailers on our perks portal. Wellbeing – generous
maternity/paternity pay, employee assistance programme available 24/7 and access
to mental health first-aiders
If you are looking to join an iconic and sophisticated
Hotel….click apply today to see where this adventure could take you!
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You must meet
the legal requirements to work in the UK.
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As a Disability Confident
Committed Employer, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible
recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any adjustments
or support at any stage, and your recruiter will assist
you accordingly.At IHG
Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and
have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business
and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues
without regard to an individual's, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age,
disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other
characteristic protected by law.
