Salary: €2800 - €3800 + perks + bonus

Start: ASAP

Languages: Dutch, French, English

About the Opportunity

Are you a passionate sales professional with a flair for the world of meetings, incentives, conferences, and events (MICE)?

My client is a 5-star hotel in Brussels as our next Meeting & Events Commercial Sales Manager and play a pivotal role in driving our commercial success in the vibrant MICE and groups market.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive MICE & Group Sales:
• Proactively source, negotiate, and secure meetings, events, and group bookings to maximize hotel revenue and market share.
• International Network:
• Leverage your established international MICE industry connections to attract high-profile events and clients to our hotel.
• Client Relationship Management:
• Build and nurture strong relationships with key accounts, agencies, and event planners, delivering a seamless and personalized experience from proposal to event execution.
• Market Analysis:
• Stay ahead of MICE trends, competitor activity, and client needs in Brussels and internationally, identifying new business opportunities.
• Collaboration:
• Work closely with the operations, revenue, and marketing teams to ensure flawless event delivery and optimal commercial outcomes.
• Sales Strategy:
• Contribute to the development and execution of the hotel’s MICE and group sales strategy, including pricing, promotions, and participation in trade shows and industry events.
• Reporting:
• Maintain accurate sales pipelines, forecasts, and performance reports for management review.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 3 years’ experience in MICE and groups sales within a luxury or 5-star hotel environment.
• Industry Network: Demonstrated international network and strong relationships within the MICE industry.
• Languages: Fluent in French, English, and Dutch (spoken and written).
• Sales Skills: Proven ability to close deals, negotiate contracts, and exceed sales targets.
• Organization: Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, with a client-focused approach.
• Market Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the Brussels meetings and events market.

What they Offer

• A prestigious 5-star setting in the heart of Brussels
• Competitive salary and attractive incentive scheme
• Opportunities for international networking and career growth
• Dynamic, supportive, and multicultural team environment