Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino is looking for a Group & Events Sales Manager to join our Sales & Marketing team.

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional. 

Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.

Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino is located on the southwest coast of the Peloponnese, one of the most unspoiled and breath-taking landscapes in the Mediterranean, and 45 minutes’ drive from Kalamata International Airport. The beachfront resort comprises of 99 suites and villas, all with outdoor terraces and sea views, along with seven restaurants and bars.

About the job

Based at the Athens Offices of Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino within the Sales & Marketing Department, the Group & Events Sales Manager reports to the Director of Sales.

As Group & Events Sales Manager, you will be responsible for the following duties: 

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to meet and exceed revenue targets for groups with an emphasis on social events.

• Proactively source, negotiate, and close group and event bookings from domestic and international markets.

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key clients and partners. 

• Drive sales initiatives to establish Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino as a premier luxury destination. 

• Collaborate closely with the Director of Sales, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives. 

• Organize and attend client engagement and industry partners’ activities either at the resort or other national and international locations, when necessary.

• Ensure a high-end luxury performance and communication style is followed in any opportunity given and respect the brand’s guidelines across the board.

• Ensure all other administrative duties are completed to Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group Standard Operating Procedures for the Sales Department.

• Support company's philosophy and company culture using Legendary Quality Experiences on a daily basis to ensure Guest Satisfaction and the achievement of our Mission Statement.

• Promote a behavior that remains open to continuous learning, be willing to share knowledge among team members and focus on growing within their role.

As Group & Events Sales Manager, we expect from you:

• EU Passport or valid Residence Permit is mandatory in order to work in Greece.

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. 

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and deliver results under pressure.

• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities. 

• Proven track record in luxury hotel sales, with a preference for candidates with a minimum of 3 years’ experience. 

• An experienced and developed network of MICE and Social contacts from all Global Markets.

• Proficient in English; fluency in Greek is a plus.

• Fluency in Microsoft office, Salesforce.

Our commitment to you

• Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.

• MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.

• Heath & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.

• Task force opportunities across the Group of Mandarin Oriental. Depending on your role, you may have the opportunities to be selected as a Cultural Exchange Ambassador. CEAs help to spread our unique Oriental heritage and act as role models, demonstrating how Colleagues will work together to deliver on our vision, mission and philosophies.

• Private Medical Insurance.

• Opportunity to be a part of the founding team at Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino.

• Access to a world-class work environment with a commitment to employee development.

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