Sales Executive (Pre-Opening Team)

About the Role

Join the pre-opening team at Clayton Hotel Berlin Tiergarten as a Sales Executive and be part of establishing our new Dalata Hotel Group location in the heart of Berlin. This role involves actively engaging with businesses and partners to create new opportunities and build a personal network while supporting the successful launch and market positioning of the hotel.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively acquire new clients and business partners within Corporate, MICE, and Leisure sectors.
• Develop and nurture your own customer relationships as well as manage existing accounts.
• Contribute to executing the sales strategy alongside the Commercial Team for the new hotel.
• Organize and perform sales calls, customer meetings, and property site inspections.
• Represent the hotel at networking events, sales trips, trade fairs, and client functions.
• Monitor the Berlin market to discover new clients, trends, and growth opportunities.
• Assist with sales activities and campaigns focused on the hotel’s opening and market positioning.
• Collaborate closely with the General Manager and teams across Revenue, Reservations, and Meeting & Events departments.
• Engage with other Dalata hotels and commercial teams to leverage joint business prospects.

Qualifications & Skills

• Initial professional experience in hotel sales, MICE, convention sales, or similar commercial environments.
• Enthusiasm for active selling and reaching out to new clients and companies.
• Strong communication skills accompanied by a professional and approachable demeanor.
• Self-motivation with a keen interest in building customer relationships independently.
• Interest in the Berlin hospitality and business market; existing network is advantageous but not required.
• Ability to work independently and in a structured manner.
• Fluent German and good English language skills.
• Team player with a proactive attitude and eagerness to contribute to a new establishment’s foundation.

Benefits

• Half-price discount on food and beverages across all Dalata hotels.
• Employee room rate of €60/£60 in all Dalata properties.
• 30% discount on hotel stays for family and friends.
• Subsidized company pension plan.
• Performance-based bonus scheme.
• Complimentary parking at the hotel.
• Opportunities for career development through the Dalata Academy.
• Free meals provided during working hours.
• Employee Assistance Programmes for support.
• Recognition initiatives, creative team-building events, and regular charity activities.
• Chance to actively shape and influence the sales function of a hotel from its inception.

About Dalata Hotel Group

Dalata Hotel Group operates with a warm, welcoming Irish culture and is expanding across Ireland, the UK, Germany, and the Netherlands, aiming to deliver exceptional hospitality experiences globally. We prioritize employee growth through targeted development programs to facilitate career advancement. We are an inclusive employer encouraging applicants of diverse backgrounds and abilities. Feel free to approach our HR Manager if you require accommodations during the recruitment process.