Sales and Business Development Manager

Hiring: Sales \& Business Development Manager

Location

Varanasi

Industry

Hotel / Hospitality

Employment Type

Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for a results-driven Sales \& Business Development Manager to grow our hotel’s business in Varanasi. The role involves generating room bookings, developing corporate and travel-trade accounts, and building lasting client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate business through corporate clients, travel agents, tour operators, and group bookings.
• Identify new sales opportunities and conduct regular client meetings and field visits.
• Develop hotel packages and negotiate rates within approved pricing guidelines.
• Handle enquiries, prepare proposals, follow up on leads, and convert them into confirmed bookings.
• Build relationships with event planners and wedding planners to generate accommodation and event enquiries.
• Maintain existing accounts and encourage repeat bookings.
• Monitor local competitors, market demand, and business opportunities.
• Coordinate with reservations, front office, and operations teams to ensure client requirements are fulfilled.
• Maintain sales records and submit regular reports on leads, bookings, revenue, and collections.
• Achieve agreed sales targets and support timely payment collection.

Candidate Requirements

• Preferably 3–5 years of experience in hotel sales, hospitality business development, or travel-trade sales.
• Good knowledge of the Varanasi corporate and tourism market.
• An existing network of corporate clients, travel agents, or tour operators is an advantage.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage sales targets.
• Comfortable with regular local travel and client visits.
• Proficiency in Hindi and English.
• Basic knowledge of Excel, email, and sales reporting.
• Graduate in any discipline; a qualification in hospitality, tourism, or marketing is preferred.

Compensation

Competitive salary based on experience and demonstrated results, plus performance-linked incentives. Approved business travel expenses will be reimbursed.

How to Apply

Apply with your updated CV and a brief summary of your hotel sales experience, key customer segments handled, and sales achievements.

Pay

₹35,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits

• Food provided

Experience

• Hotel: 3 years (Required)

Work Location

In person