A Groups Manager is responsible for achieving budgeted room nights and occupancy targets as identified in the annual budget and marketing plan for groups, tour series and incentive business.

What will I be doing?

As Groups Manager, you are responsible for achieving budgeted room nights and occupancy targets as identified in the annual budget and marketing plan for groups, tour series and incentive business. The Groups Manager will coordinate and administrate effectively all group bedroom bookings, as per the group reservations procedure. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

\nAdhere to the events and group yield policy in order to maximize revenue \nWork with the Sales and Events Teams to maximise corporate and group rates \nManage third party sites and agents to establish rates, negotiate prices, ensure proper implementation of reservations procedures, and maximise conversion ratios in order to achieve targets for the department \nContribute to the selling strategy of the hotel, and manage the departments' adherence to achieving that strategy \nUnderstand the competitive market place and implement approaches to ensure the hotel stays ahead in the local market \nEnsure Team Members are developed effectively and generate a culture of high quality standards for relationship building, customer service, selling techniques, and billing and processing contracts \nBuild strong relationships with customers, Guests and Team Members in order to gain full understanding of their needs and work to serve them effectively \nAssist in the recruiting, managing, training and developing of the Team \nParticipate in the organisation of hotel promotional activitiesWhat are we looking for?

A Groups Manager serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

\nPrevious experience with management or supervision in the hotel/leisure sector \nStrong leadership skills to effectively manage and motivate a high-performing team positioned to exceed targets \nStrong analytical skills to understand key business indicators and competitive trends and develop approaches to these challenges \nExcellent selling capabilities and the ability and desire to coach selling techniques to Team Members \nExcellent organisation and planning skills \nAccountable and resilient \nFlexibility to respond to a range of different work situations\n\n

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

\nKnowledge of the hotel property management systems \nPrevious experience in the same or similar role \nRelevant degree, in a business discipline, from an academic institution

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

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Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

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