NH Collection Colombo was the first five-star hotel to open in Colombo in 25 years when it opened its doors in 2017. The hotel has a contemporary aesthetic and features an eye-catching statement facade as well as a stunning rooftop that showcases beautiful views of the city and the ocean.
The hotel hosts 219 spacious and modern guest spaces varying in size to suit every vacation type. Each room is kitted out to ensure a perfect stay, with amenities including a luxurious rain-effect shower, high-speed Wi-Fi and a large flat-screen TV.
Within the hotel you’ll find a variety of facilities, including a swimming pool, a spa and a gym. We also have four restaurants and two bars available to all guests, as well as an executive lounge that can be accessed by guests in high-category rooms. When you’re not busy enjoying the facilities, you can explore the numerous shopping centres, historic attractions, and parks nearby.
Job DescriptionYou will be one of the principal pillars of the hotel, passionately and enthusiastically directing day-to-day activities of the sales team by inspiring and coaching them to drive results. Further you will drive the preparation of the annual departmental operating budget, the hotel sales, marketing and business plan. As Assistant Director of Sales you will be involved in sales forecasting with the Revenue Manager and also developing special events and sales blitzes to showcase the hotel to potential clients. You will develop rapports with key clients and feel comfortable taking risks by entering into new markets. You will have a presence at trade shows and major market events, locally and nationally, to promote new business and increase sales for the hotel.
QualificationsBachelor's degree in any related fieldAt least five years experience in hotel sales and marketingExperience in luxury hotel brandsRevenue management experienceAbility to influence and persuade with excellent negotiation skillsStrong sales and analytical knowledge