About the Role
Join Hyatt, a global leader in hospitality guided by our purpose to care for people so they can be their best. We are seeking a results-driven and passionate Sales Manager to join our team in Nigeria. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for driving revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities, fostering long-lasting client relationships, and maximizing sales across our diverse hotel services, including rooms, events, and food and beverage offerings. If you possess a strong commercial acumen and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences aligned with Hyatt’s world-class brand standards, we invite you to apply.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and execute comprehensive strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed established revenue goals.
- Identify, target, and pursue new business opportunities across corporate, leisure, and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) segments.
- Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key clients, travel agents, and corporate partners.
- Conduct proactive sales calls, detailed site inspections, and compelling client presentations.
- Negotiate contracts and close high-value deals to maximize hotel profitability and market share.
- Collaborate closely with marketing and revenue management teams to align pricing and promotional strategies.
- Monitor local market trends, competitor activities, and emerging industry opportunities.
- Prepare accurate and regular sales reports, forecasts, and performance analyses for senior management.
- Represent the hotel professionally at industry events, trade shows, and networking functions.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, Marketing, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 to 6 years of proven experience in hotel sales or the broader hospitality industry.
- Strong communication, negotiation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated track record of consistently meeting or exceeding aggressive sales targets.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple accounts simultaneously.
- In-depth knowledge of local and international travel markets and hospitality trends.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentive structures.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Global employee room discount program across Hyatt properties worldwide.
- Continuous professional development, training, and clear career advancement pathways.
- Dynamic, inclusive, and supportive work environment.