Senior/Sales Manager (Leisure) - #1127235

Sunset Hospitality Group is a leading multinational lifestyle hospitality group, with a wide portfolio encompassing Hotels & Resorts, Restaurants, Beach Clubs, Nightclubs, Fitness Centers, and more.

SHG operates over 81 venues and with presence in 22 countries with a commitment to deliver authentic & diverse hospitality experiences that bring people together, all around the world.

METT Singapore, a Heritage Icon in the heart of Fort Canning Park.

The hotel blends colonial charm with contemporary soul. Just minutes from Orchard Road, this lifestyle hotel features 84 rooms and suites, 2 pools, and exclusive venues for dining, wellness, and social connection. With every detail designed to inspire meaningful moments, METT Singapore is a destination where simplicity meets refined living.

The Senior / Sales Manager (Leisure) is responsible for driving revenue performance across all leisure segments, with a strong focus on OTA production, general leisure travel accounts, group leisure business, and cruise-related partnerships. This role requires a commercially driven sales professional who can balance digital distribution strategy with proactive account management and market development.

Day to Day Responsibilities

1. Proactively target, manage and grow a portfolio of travel agencies, tour operators, group leisure or MICE Leisure extension business, and FIT partners.

2. Build annual account plans to drive production and strengthen long-term partnerships.

3. Conduct regular sales calls, training sessions, and joint marketing initiatives.

4. Identify new partners, markets, and distribution opportunities to expand reach

5. Respond to group enquiries, prepare proposals, lead negotiations, and close business.

6. Work closely with Events and Revenue teams to ensure accurate inventory, pricing, and space allocations.

7. Collaborate with Revenue, Marketing, and Operations to ensure a unified commercial approach.

8. Monitor conversion rates and develop strategies to improve win ratios for group leisure segments.

9. Stay ahead of trends in OTA distribution, global leisure travel, cruise markets, and group travel patterns.

10. Analyse the competitive landscape and adjust strategies to maintain market share.

11. Recommend new packages, promotions, and commercial opportunities based on data insights.

12. Partner with Marketing to enhance visibility and storytelling across leisure channels.

13. Work closely with Front Office, Reservations, and Operations to ensure seamless execution for leisure guests and groups.

Qualifications

1. BA degree in Business from a reputable university or any related field

2. Minimum 3 - 5 years of experience in similar position in hospitality industry

3. Applicants with strong exposure to OTA, leisure, or group leisure segments will be an added advantage

4. Proven success in managing OTA portals, travel trade partners, and group travel business.

5. In-depth knowledge of marketing techniques and best practices

6. Familiarity with digital distribution tools is an advantage.

7. Ability to manage multiple segments and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

8. Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.