Overview

Interswitch is an Africa-focused integrated digital payments and commerce company that facilitates the electronic circulation of money as well as the exchange of value between individuals and organisations on a timely and consistent basis. We started operations in 2002 as a transaction switching and electronic payments processing company, and have progressively evolved into an integrated payment services company, building and managing payment infrastructure as well as delivering innovative payment products and transactional services throughout the African continent. At Interswitch, we offer unique career opportunities for individuals capable of playing key roles and adding value in an innovative and fun environment.

Job Position: Sales Executive
Location: Ikeja, Lagos

Job Description

  1. A Sales Executive analyses local market trends and competitor activity to generate new future business for the hotel.

Job Requirements

As Sales Executive, you will analyse local market trends and competitor activity to generate new future business for the hotel.

Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

  1. Analyse local market trends and competitor activity to identify new business leads
  2. Develop customer accounts and travel within the local area to drive business into the specific hotel/cluster and to increase market/customer share in all revenue streams
  3. Negotiate room rates/packages with corporate clients
  4. Develop and implement creative local marketing channels, including social media channels
  5. Prepare company contracts for the hotel by current business and pricing conditions
  6. Work within current business strategies and recognise potential opportunities
  7. Cooperate with other departments in the hotel to create an exceptional Guest experience and build strong, comprehensive sales programs
  8. Attend Sales events, as required
  9. Produce accurate and timely reports that meet the needs of the Sales Director and senior management, to include the reporting of appointments, calls made and business leads
  10. Answer customer queries in a prompt and professional manner

Job Qualifications

A Sales Executive serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

  1. Positive attitude and good communication skills
  2. Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
  3. Excellent grooming standards
  4. Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations
  5. Ability to work under pressure and own initiative
  6. Experience in a sales role with a proven track record in closing a sale

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

  1. Knowledge of the local market
  2. Knowledge of hospitality
  3. Passion for sales and for achieving targets and objectives.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Tagged as: Business Development, Sales