Sales Researcher - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - The Scotsman Hotel

The Scotsman Hotel

Verified Company

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

1 week ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Ref:
SCO3290

Branch:
The Scotsman Hotel

Location:
The Scotsman Hotel, Edinburgh

Salary/Benefits:
Competitive Salary

Contract type:
Permanent

Hours:
Full Time

Hours per week:40

Posted date:03/07/2023

Closing date:05/08/2023

Who we are?

The Scotsman Group is Scotland's largest and most diverse hospitality group, with a collection of over 40 venues across Scotland including bars, restaurants, hotels and more.

We are looking for an experienced and talented Sales Researcher_ _
to join our fantastic venue,

What is in it for you?
As part of Scotsman Hospitality, you will have access to the following benefits that include:

TRONC electronic tips
Our staff keep 100% of tips earned in venues.

Wagestream

Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing.
30% off of food and cinema tickets in all of our venues across Scotland.
Hotel and Apartment discounts.
Access to Scotsman Perks Benefits Portal.
Staff meals on duty.
Flexible working opportunities.
Career development through our Scotsman Steps training programme.

The Role:

As a Sales Researcher your role will include:

Prospect for new leads using smart technology, online tools like LinkedIn Sales Navigator
Research deliver market intelligence new business updates using Google Alerts
Deliver new contacts through telesales activity using qualified databases
Run daily prospecting reports from Opera Collins
Secure customer site visits and customer appointments for the sales team
Build a network of contacts from existing and new business contacts using social media channels
Support key prospecting projects identified by the sales team
Take part in conversion days and join the sales team in support of focused sales activity weeks

The Person:

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation;

Strong team player
Results orientated and target driven
Possess excellent attention to detail
Demonstrates excellent analytical skills
Commercial acumen
Demonstrates a proven track record of achievement
Excellent telephone manner and the confidence to control calls to achieve maximum results
Ability to influence others and successfully negotiate to achieve the desired result
Commitment to customer service
Selfmotivated with energy, drive and enthusiasm
Problem solving skills, a lateral thinker, creative
Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to relate to customers at all levels, and willing to 'travel that extra mile' to achieve a sale
Ability to respond quickly and positively to changing requirements and business needs
Ability to work under pressure and complete work to the required standard within the deadlines agreedComputer literacy with excellent knowledge of Word
GCSE (or equivalent) certificate (minimum requirement)
Some clerical/administrative experience or similar
Fluency in spoken and written English
Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Next Steps:

The Scotsman is a luxury hotel which retains many original features, including luxurious floor to ceiling wood panelled rooms, grandiose marble staircase and stained glass windows.

Set across several floors, many of our character bedrooms offer truly unrivalled views of Edinburgh Castle, The Mound, Carlton Hill and The Princes Street Gardens.

If you are looking for a host venue for a truly standout event, we have a range of tastefully furnished and finished rooms and suites.