Who we are
Our Mission is to inspire authentic and meaningful connections.
Selina was born out of a desire to celebrate the nomadic lifestyle: to experience our
planet''s most beautiful places, to build community, to engage with locals and fellow
travelers, to work and enjoy new adventures.
What the role is
The Sales Manager is responsible for ensuring sales promotion, and revenue
generation of all products available at the specific Selina locations. The Sales Manager
will represent the Commercial team on-property for our Hotels
This position reports to the Cluster General Manager at location level as well as the
Country Commercial Director and will be implementing Global and Country Level Sales
strategies and following corporate procedures. The candidate should know Panama and
main feeder hospitality markets and will be developing partnerships and sales brand
promotions.
What you will be doing
Sales
Create, manage and execute the location''s sales actions plan and forecast
Achieve revenue goals for all products (accommodation, F&;B, Explore, Cowork,
Wellness)
Manage, retain and grow established customers (individual) and groups (group
business)
Responsible for all sales processes at location level and synergies with other country or
global locations.
Dealing with customer enquiries and aiming to meet their expectations.
Oversee the customer experience for fam trips, and educational visits for customers
Cross-selling of products (i.e. Explore products to other businesses locally)
Upselling and cross-selling in location level to optimize revenue per customer
Open new sales channels and manage existing ones
Group sales conversion, turnover and operational support
Create local level packages based on special events and local experiences offered
(lead the collaboration with country and global level sales teams)
Responsible for ensuring all the location team is appropriately using Rezdy and Winks
PMS
Close local level deals for groups and packages (corporate offsites, student groups,
etc.) with the help of country and global teams when needed
Sourcing new tour products and destinations to meet consumer demands.
Prospect new clients e.g. Tour Operators, Corporate, DMCs, Travel Agencies, M&E
Agencies and Creative Marketing Agencies
Ensure all staff is properly trained on Selina products, and how to sell and cross-sell
them.
Responsible for establishing and monitoring incentive campaigns the front-line team
Provide sales performance reports the country and regional leadership on tracking
progress against targets, successes and challenges
Support in the creation of marketing initiatives for all products in the location with the
support of the Country Sales & Marketing coordinator and external vendors.
Analyze data and provide reports with conclusions
Responsible for ensuring Explore promotional sales content is spread adequately
around the location areas (Reception, Selina Home, Selina Playground, Selina CoWok
property hallways, mood boards, elevators, rooms, partner transportation vehicles, etc.)
Conduct Sales Mission and attend trade shows in accordance to market.
Report analysis on Guest Satisfaction Surveys
What you need for the role
Degree in Sales, Hospitality or Business Administration
Local hospitality Market knowledge
Hotel revenue management knowledge
Tour Operations
Forecasting and budgeting
English proficiency and local language
Minimum 2-4 years in sales management
Previous experience in sales in hospitality is a requirement
Time Management, Creativity and Cultural Sensitivity Skills
Revenue and Profit Oriented
Previous experience with community engagement
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
Able to work independently and creatively to close new sales opportunities
Able to work and collaborate in a matrix environment
Strong negotiation and relationship management skills
What can you expect
Competitive salary
No dress code
Pet-friendly (as long as your pet is friendly)
Multiple online training opportunities
Cultural events and wellness activities at Locations.