Sales Manager

Job description

Job Title:
Sales Manager – Corporate & MICE

Location:
Galway, Ireland

Role Type:
Full-Time | Permanent

Reports To:
Director of Sales & Marketing

About the Role:

Noel Group is currently recruiting for an experienced Sales Manager on behalf of a leading hotel client in Galway. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated hospitality sales professional to join a well-established property within a respected hotel collection.

The successful candidate will focus on developing Corporate, MICE, and Group business while promoting Galway as a key destination. This role is ideal for someone passionate about hotel sales, relationship management, and long-term career progression within the hospitality industry.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunity to join a leading hotel group with strong career progression pathways
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Exposure to high-profile Corporate and MICE accounts
• Opportunity to represent the property at industry events and trade fairs

Key Responsibilities

• Maximise hotel revenue through negotiation of corporate rates and MICE/group proposals
• Build, manage, and maintain an effective sales pipeline targeting key market segments
• Manage key accounts and develop new business opportunities across Corporate, MICE, and Group sectors
• Complete a minimum of 10 client appointments weekly and maintain accurate SFDC pipeline reporting
• Conduct outside sales calls with existing and prospective clients
• Coordinate and facilitate hotel site inspections and client entertainment activities
• Develop strong relationships with Corporate Planners, DMCs, and MICE industry contacts
• Represent the hotel at relevant trade fairs and networking events
• Maintain strong awareness of competitor activity and market trends
• Assist in the development and execution of quarterly sales action plans alongside the Director of Sales & Marketing

Key Requirements

• Minimum 1 year’s experience in a hotel sales role
• Strong understanding of Corporate, MICE, and Group market segments
• Full clean Irish driver’s licence required
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Commercially aware with strong relationship-building abilities
• Resourceful, proactive, and solutions-focused approach
• Must be authorised to work in Ireland (visa sponsorship is not available)