Sales Executive

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Sheraton Athlone Hotel | Part of the Hodson Bay Group & Marriott International Whether you are a recent graduate with a passion for sales or someone with a couple of years' experience looking for the next big step, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for… You will be part of a fun, supportive and high-performing team where you will learn, grow, and make a genuine impact from day one. Why This Role? This is not a "sit behind a desk and send emails" kind of sales job. You'll be building relationships, meeting clients, attending events, spotting new business opportunities, and helping some of Ireland's biggest companies plan everything from conferences to corporate getaways. You will work closely with our Sales Manager and experienced team while developing your own portfolio of accounts and creating new opportunities for the hotel. If you're competitive, people-focused, commercially minded, and love the thrill of winning new business, you will fit right in. What You Will Be Doing Building strong relationships with existing clients and growing key accounts Identifying and securing new business opportunities Meeting clients, hosting site visits, and showcasing everything the hotel has to offer Representing Sheraton Athlone at networking and industry events Following up on enquiries and converting leads into confirmed business Using Salesforce to manage relationships and track opportunities Working with our marketing team to help promote the hotel Keeping up to date with market trends and identifying opportunities for growth Collaborating with different departments to ensure clients receive an exceptional experience Finding creative ways to increase revenue and drive business performance What We Are Looking For We are less interested in how many years you've worked and more interested in who you are. You will thrive in this role if you are: A natural relationship-builder who enjoys meeting people Ambitious, proactive and hungry to succeed Confident picking up the phone and starting conversations Organised, driven and focused on achieving results A team player who brings positive energy every day Commercially minded with a genuine interest in sales and business development Sales, hospitality, marketing, business or customer service experience is a plus, but attitude, personality and drive are what matter most. What Is In It For You? A genuine opportunity to build a long-term career in sales and hospitality Ongoing training, mentoring and professional development The chance to work for a globally recognised Marriott brand Complimentary access to the Sheraton Fitness