Sales Manager

The ideal candidate should preferably be willing to live on site with an ongoing presence to manager and monitor operations in conjunction with senior leadership. Candidates with conferencing experience in a lodge or hotel in Gauteng are preferable and this will carry significant weighting for the ideal candidate. Experience must also include: Sales & Stakeholder Engagement: Strong background in negotiating rates (e.g., STOs and FITs), securing partnerships with tour operators and OTAs, and managing client-facing roles at trade shows, corporate functions, and educational site inspections. Public Relations & Media Liaison: Preferably skilled in building media relationships, creating compelling content for press releases and promotional campaigns, and managing both reactive and proactive public Digital & Print Advertising: Hands-on experience with campaign planning, content briefing to graphic designers, media placement, and managing mailers and social media content across platforms. Event Management & Guest Relations: Experience in coordinating and attending events (e.g. weddings, golf days, trade shows), conducting welcome briefings for corporate groups, and ensuring guest satisfaction through timely follow-ups and feedback management. Reporting & Analysis: Competence in compiling marketing reports, analysing guest origin and segmentation data, and contributing to annual marketing plans and budgets. The ideal candidate must demonstrate initiative, creativity, and exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multitask across various campaigns and channels, ensuring alignment with brand standards and strategic business objectives.

Location: Magaliesburg, ZA

Posted Date: 7/2/2025