• A vibrant and supportive team culture at one of Auckland's premier hotels.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Great staff discounts and benefits.

The Grand Millennium Auckland hotel invites you to be part of our exceptional team as a Business Development Manager, leading the way in delivering outstanding service experiences while driving revenue growth.

About the Role:

As the Business Development Manager, you will champion the promotion of our hotel locally and internationally, focusing on key sectors such as corporate travel, conferences, sports teams, and leisure groups. You'll take charge of creating and implementing dynamic sales strategies, managing key accounts, and maximizing revenue opportunities. Be it a cultural wedding celebration, an exciting family reunion, a fancy gala dinner, or an elaborate corporate/professional function - by collaborating closely with the General Manager, your efforts will play a pivotal role in ensuring the Grand Millennium Auckland hotel remains the preferred destination for travelers and event organizers, near and far!

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and execute sales plans to drive room bookings, events, and other revenue streams.
• Forge strong partnerships with corporate clients, travel agents, and industry groups.
• Use creative sales techniques to exceed targets and identify new market opportunities.
• Actively market our hotel’s unique offerings, including international and local corporate programs.
• Stay ahead of market trends and leverage data insights for informed decision-making.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in sales, preferably within the hotel or hospitality industry.
• Exceptional relationship-building and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of hotel operations, sales systems (e.g., CRM, OPERA), and market trends.
• A customer-centric mindset with the ability to create outstanding service experiences.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to juggle competing priorities effectively.

What We Offer:

• A vibrant and supportive team culture at one of Auckland’s premier hotels.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Full time position, offering between $120k and $135k pa.

Apply Now and join us in shaping unforgettable experiences for our guests while achieving new heights in your career. Bring your passion for hospitality and sales expertise to a role that’s as dynamic as you are.

To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen or resident. If you have secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold another valid visa, we welcome to your application too.

At the appropriate stage we will request your references, we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying.

Optional: Please include a Video Cover Letter with your application

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