Purpose of the role The Contacting Assistant Manager is a key position that involves negotiating and contracting rates, special offers, allocation, release periods, overrides, terms and conditions for hotels, ensuring the best available rates and availability; in both: new properties but also re-contracting existing hotels. Based in Singapore, the ideal candidate will become a be part of the market leader in expanding our portfolio across Southeast Asia.
Roles & Responsibilities
Negotiating and contracting of rates, special offers, allocation, release periods, overrides, terms conditions for hotels, ensuring the best available rates and availability; in both: new properties but also re-contracting existing hotels
Identify and negotiate with key partner\'s preferential conditions in direct coordination with the immediate superior and promote the commercial opportunities;
Conduct site inspections and attend trade shows to promote the company;
To assist in requesting hotel contracts for hotels globally;
To assist the Manager on hotel contracts negotiation and preparation;
Handle sales request and offer support to clients who require assistance;
To assist in uploading static rates and allotments, and revise if any update from time to time;
To assist in requesting contracts and follow up with hotel on signed contracts;
Prepare report for management on regular basis and when required.
Skills
Diploma / Bachelor Degree in the hospitality and/or tourism industry;
At least 3 years working experience in Hospitality and Travel industry in local market; Sales and account management background in OTA or Hoteliers will be an advantage.
Strong Relationships with hotels and suppliers in the region;
Excellent command of English\xe2\x80\x93 both verbally and in writing \xe2\x80\x93 is essential;
Knowledge of the functions, operation and mission of the department;
Excellent command of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook) and excellent computing skills;
The ideal candidate must be detailed-orientated, service-minded, experienced in negotiations and have a drive to deliver exceeding expectations;
Able to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines and work flexible hours during peak season. A \xe2\x80\x9cCan Do\xe2\x80\x9d attitude and positive thinking that includes creative thinking is an asset.
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