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Job Description
As the Sales Manager Government for Sofitel Riyadh you will be responsible for driving and managing governmentrelated business opportunities and partnerships. This role requires a deep understanding of the local market especially in government sectors and the ability to build strong relationships with key government entities. You will contribute to the overall sales strategy of the hotel aiming to position Sofitel Riyadh as the preferred choice for government officials and delegations.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop Government Sector Business: Identify and target government accounts including ministries government agencies embassies and governmentaffiliated organizations to generate business opportunities.
Build Strong Relationships: Establish and maintain strong longterm relationships with key decisionmakers in the government sector to secure contracts and business partnerships.
Sales Strategy Implementation: Collaborate with the Director of Sales to develop and execute sales strategies that focus on government business segments aligning with Sofitels brand values and standards.
Contract Negotiation: Lead negotiations on contracts and agreements with government entities ensuring favorable terms and longterm partnerships.
Market Analysis: Conduct market research and monitor government tenders events and other opportunities relevant to the hotel. Stay uptodate with trends and regulations within the government sector.
Preopening Responsibilities: Contribute to preopening activities including establishing the government sales structure setting up processes and building client databases.
Reporting & Forecasting: Prepare accurate sales forecasts reports and business plans to support senior management in decisionmaking.
Event Management: Liaise with government clients for VIP and delegation stays official meetings conferences and events ensuring smooth execution of all arrangements.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with the Revenue Management Marketing and Operations teams to ensure the delivery of seamless guest experiences that meet government standards.
Brand Representation: Represent Sofitel Riyadh at key industry events trade shows and networking functions to enhance the hotels visibility and reputation within the government sector.
Qualifications :
Experience: Minimum of 35 years of experience in sales with a focus on the government sector preferably in the hospitality industry or a related field.
Education: Bachelors degree in Business Administration Sales Hospitality Management or a related field.
Market Knowledge: Strong knowledge of the Riyadh and broader Saudi Arabian government landscape and business culture.
Language Skills: Fluent in both English and Arabic (preferred).
Skills: Excellent communication negotiation and relationshipbuilding skills. Strong organizational and timemanagement abilities.
Personal Traits: Proactive resultsdriven and able to thrive in a fastpaced preopening environment.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
