Job Description

Company Description

Best Western Plus The Ivywall Hotel Palawan is a 4-star international hotel catering to both business and leisure travelers in the heart of Puerto Princesa. The hotel offers 120 contemporary Filipino-style guestrooms with modern amenities and convenient access to key local attractions. Guests can host events in aesthetically designed meeting rooms and a high-ceiling ballroom suitable for business and social functions. Three distinct restaurant outlets—Anibong Restaurant, Balayong Grill and Bar, and Daloyon Pool Bar—provide a wide range of Filipino and international cuisines. The hotel is committed to sustainable, eco-friendly practices and aims to deliver trusted quality service and a distinctive guest experience aligned with the Filipino brand of hospitality.

Role Description

The Assistant Director of Sales is a full-time, on-site role based in Manila, responsible for supporting and executing the hotel's sales strategy. This role oversees day-to-day sales operations, including managing corporate, leisure, group, and events accounts to drive room and banquet revenue. The Assistant Director of Sales collaborates with the sales team to identify new business opportunities, prepares proposals, conducts sales calls and site inspections, and maintains strong relationships with key clients and partners. The role also monitors market trends, prepares sales reports and forecasts, coordinates with other hotel departments to ensure seamless service delivery, and helps train and guide sales team members. A focus on guest satisfaction, brand standards, and sustainable practices is essential.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess strong skills in Sales and Business Development to drive revenue growth and expand market reach.
Candidates should possess skills in Sales Operations to manage pipelines, reporting, forecasting, and sales processes effectively.
Candidates should possess excellent Customer Service skills to build lasting client relationships and ensure high levels of satisfaction.
Candidates should possess proven Team Management skills to coach, motivate, and support sales team members.
Relevant experience in hotel or hospitality sales, particularly in corporate, leisure, and events segments, is highly beneficial.
Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with proficiency in written and spoken English.
Ability to work on-site, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional hotel teams.
A bachelor's degree in Business, Hospitality Management, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.