Business Development Manager

The Hotel

Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport is a 316 room 5 star Hotel located in Mascot near the Sydney domestic airport and home to the biggest conference centre at the airport. Our excellent service and accommodation set us apart from our competitors and provide guests with the best in hospitality experience from the moment they walk through the door.

The Role

We are currently looking for a highly motivated, passionate and results driven Business Development Manager to join our Sales team, based at our Sydney Airport Hotel.

This is an exciting opportunity for a sales focused individual wanting to develop their career and take on a new challenge within the Hotel and Events industry.

The primary purpose of the role is to:

• Identify and develop new business opportunities from the Corporate and MICE market segments
• Maintain relationships with existing clients 
• Assist with local area marketing promotions and sales activities at expos, conferences and conventions
• Maintain accurate and up to date data in the CRM database
• Support the Sales & Marketing Team and assist the Director of Sales & Marketing as needed

What we are looking for

• A well-presented, self-motivated Sales professional with strong people and negotiation skills
• Capable of working in a fast paced environment, under pressure and able to meet deadlines and achieve our business objectives
• Excellent communication skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and general computer skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritise work and manage a variety of projects
• Experience with Sales software systems such as Sales Force Delphi, Opera
• Previous experience working within Sales & Marketing, Events or a Hotel environment is desirable
• Passion for Hotels and Hospitality

The successful candidate must have

• Experience in a similar role within hotels, events or travel industry
• Strong sales and negotiation skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent standards of personal presentation and grooming
• Ability to travel when required as well as a holder of current NSW Drivers License
• And most importantly - the ability to be a Team Player with a positive and 'can do' attitude

About the Benefits

Employees of Stamford Hotels and Resorts are entitled to many outstanding benefits, including:

• Great employee discount on food & beverage at all Stamford Hotels & Resorts
• Dry cleaning for business attire
• Free duty meals
• Free onsite parking
• Learning and development opportunities

How to Apply

Please click the apply button to submit your application with your resume and cover letter.

The successful applicant must hold and be willing to obtain a National Police Clearance.

Stamford Hotels and Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.