Director of Sales – Grand Mercure Ahmedabad GIFT City | Accor Careers
Job Description
Summary
Accor Hotels is hiring a Director of Sales at Grand Mercure Ahmedabad GIFT City in Gandhinagar, India. This senior-level hospitality sales role is designed for experienced leaders with a proven track record in driving corporate revenue, building strong client relationships, and leading high-performing sales teams. As part of Accor’s global network of luxury and premium hotels, this opportunity allows you to shape sales strategies, influence market growth, and represent the brand at industry events.
If you are a results-driven sales professional looking to advance your hospitality career in Ahmedabad with one of the world’s leading hotel groups, this position offers growth, global exposure, and the chance to contribute to Accor’s #BeLimitless vision.
Job Details at a Glance
| Position | Director of Sales – Grand Mercure Ahmedabad GIFT City |
|---|---|
| Company | Accor Hotels – Grand Mercure |
| Location | Gandhinagar, India (GIFT City) |
| Employment Type | Full-Time, Permanent |
| Department | Sales |
| Experience Level | 8+ years in hotel/corporate sales leadership |
| Shift | Flexible, as per business needs |
| Key Tools/Skills | Sales forecasting, CRM, market analysis, client relations |
| Reports To | General Manager / Cluster Director of Sales |
Key Responsibilities
As the Director of Sales at Accor Grand Mercure Ahmedabad, you will:
- Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue goals.
- Lead, coach, and inspire the sales team to deliver outstanding performance.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key corporate clients.
- Collaborate with the Revenue Manager on forecasting and pricing strategies.
- Prepare and manage annual sales budgets and business plans.
- Identify new markets and design innovative strategies to capture them.
- Represent the hotel at trade shows, networking events, and industry forums.
- Analyze competitor performance and market trends to adjust strategies.
- Work cross-functionally with hotel departments to ensure service excellence.
- Report regularly to senior leadership on sales results and opportunities.
Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Hospitality, or related field (MBA preferred).
- 8+ years of proven experience in hotel/corporate sales, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Strong negotiation, presentation, and client relationship skills.
- Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
- Solid understanding of sales forecasting, budgeting, and revenue optimization.
- Ability to analyze market trends and develop proactive sales strategies.
- Flexibility to travel and represent the brand at events and conferences.
- Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal).
Why Join Accor?
- Work with one of the world’s largest hospitality groups (5,500+ properties globally).
- Employee benefit card offering discounts at Accor hotels worldwide.
- Career growth opportunities across Accor’s international portfolio.
- Ongoing training and professional development programs.
- A culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and innovation.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact through Accor’s CSR & ESG initiatives.
Apply Now
Take your hospitality sales career to the next level as a Director of Sales at Grand Mercure Ahmedabad GIFT City (Accor Hotels).