TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Achieves budgeted goals by executing sales activities within assigned market segment Assists in the development of annual sales goals Assists in the completion of monthly booking report Ensures own function operates within cost restraints Maintains effective correspondence Meets budgeted sales and profit margins for group business, by soliciting, selling, and confirming business as required Develops data and recommends programmes to meet clients needs Prepares proposals with the Director of Sales that are geared to maximise profit while satisfying guest needs Utilises the Winning Edge sales techniques Solicits files on a timely basis to confirm business Uses outside sales calls to solicit existing and new guests Conducts on-site client inspections and entertainment weekly Contacts in-house guests to foster additional business, repeat bookings, or referrals to other Radisson BLU hotels Coordinates activities related to booked business with other departments Communicates guests requests to all departments in an effective and timely manner Ensures maximum occupancy on a daily basis by performing follow-ups on progress of groups booked with Front Office Increases sales volume and profitability by assisting in developing and executing projects for assigned market areas as stated in the hotel marketing plan Develops plans, special sales activities, and promotions Conducts market analysis to determine guest needs, occupancy potential, desired rates, etc. Attends Radisson BLU sales blitz, and/or trade shows in key market cities to develop new business and to contact established clients in these cities Pre-blocks all special requests or VIP accommodations accurately Keeps Sales Department informed of group booking status Ensures all reservations are tracked correctly for statistical purposes Leases with the Accounts Payable Department regarding credit issues Skills: proactive sales Strategic Thinking Leadership Development customer centric Communication junior sales manager Benefits: onsite-parking Meal Allowance / Canteen