Area Sales & Marketing Manager

Talbot Hotel Wexford View all jobs

  • Wexford
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
The Talbot Collection Wexford are currently recruiting for an experienced Area Sales & Marketing Manager. This is a full-time role. The Area Sales & Marketing Manager will report to the Area General Manager and the Group Commercial Manager. You will support the Talbot Hotel Wexford, Newbay House Wexford & Talbot Suites at Stonebridge.This is a key strategic role focused on driving sales performance, developing new business, managing key accounts, and delivering targeted marketing initiatives to increase occupancy, revenue, and brand presence across corporate, leisure, and group segments.You will act as a senior commercial representative for the Collection, combining proactive sales leadership with modern marketing and digital lead generation support.The Talbot Collection are one of the Best Places to Work 2026 as awarded by the Great Place to Work. Come experience it for yourself and join our team.Key Responsibilities:Sales & Revenue Growth (Core Focus)
  • Drive overall revenue performance across rooms, meetings & events, and F&B segments
  • Develop and execute a structured sales strategy across corporate, leisure, and agency markets
  • Identify, target, and convert new business opportunities through proactive prospecting
  • Manage and grow key accounts and long-term client relationships
  • Achieve and exceed annual sales budgets and commercial targets
  • Lead RFP submissions, rate negotiations, and contract agreements in collaboration with Revenue Management
  • Conduct regular face-to-face client meetings, presentations, and property site visits
  • Represent the Collection at trade shows, networking events, and industry functions
  • Monitor competitor activity and market trends to identify growth opportunities
Sales & Marketing Execution
  • Work with the Group Commercial and Marketing teams to implement integrated marketing campaigns
  • Support and contribute to digital marketing initiatives including email campaigns and social media activity
  • Drive lead generation activity aligned with business mix and revenue priorities
  • Identify and implement tactical promotions to maximise demand during low periods
  • Ensure consistent brand positioning across all sales and marketing channels
Commercial Planning & Reporting
  • Contribute to annual sales and marketing strategy development
  • Maintain accurate pipeline reporting and provide regular sales performance updates
  • Analyse market trends and competitor activity to support strategic decision-making
  • Work closely with Revenue Management to optimise pricing, yield, and segmentation strategies
  • Track and report on ROI of sales and marketing activity
Internal Collaboration
  • Work closely with Operations, Revenue Management, and Finance teams to ensure commercial alignment
  • Liaise with Marketing teams on campaign execution and promotional activity
  • Support a seamless guest experience by aligning sales commitments with operational delivery
About YouWe are looking for a highly motivated, commercially focused professional with a strong background in sales and hospitality business development.Essential Requirements:
  • Proven experience in hospitality sales, hotel business development, or B2B sales
  • Strong track record of achieving and exceeding revenue targets
  • Experience managing corporate accounts, agencies, or group business
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Strong ability to work independently and manage a territory or portfolio
Desirable Skills:
  • Understanding of hospitality distribution channels (corporate, OTA, group, leisure)
  • Experience with digital marketing, CRM systems, or lead generation tools
  • Experience supporting or executing marketing campaigns
  • Strong commercial awareness and data-driven decision-making ability
Some of the benefits of joining the team:
  • One of the Best Places to Work 2026 as awarded by the Great Place Work
  • Join a company and culture that put their team first
  • Training and Development Opportunities - we invest in our people
  • Being part of a progressive & growing company.
  • Contributory company pension scheme.
  • Company Life Insurance Scheme
  • Free parking
  • Staff meals
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Talbot Collection Friends and Family Rates on accommodation
  • Bike to Work
  • Christmas Savings Scheme
Why Join UsThis is a high-impact commercial role for a driven sales professional who wants to take ownership of revenue growth across a diverse hospitality portfolio. You will have the opportunity to shape market strategy, build long-term client relationships, and directly influence business performance.The Talbot Collection Wexford is an equal opportunities employer.

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