Job Description
• The job description example below shows the various duties, tasks, and responsibilities typically performed by sales managers in most hotels:
o Develop action plans and set objectives for increased revenue and maximum profit for all agriculture departments
o Implement sales and marketing strategies necessary for attracting clients
o Maintain a clear understanding of agricultural policies and ensure compliance
o Carry out research and analysis to identify new markets and business opportunities
o Oversee the hiring and training of sales representatives
o Seek out business with large organizations such as, sports clubs or corporate firms
o Prepare and distribute promotional and advertisement materials to create awareness for agricultural products/services
o Maintain a complete knowledge of all the products of the agricultural departments so as to conduct successful sales
o Explain and notify clients of recent upgrades and available options
o Oversee the management of client account and service tab
o Oversee the processing of payments and offering discounts to client when necessary
o Assign job duties to agricultural personnel and ensure effective performance of assigned tasks
o Supervise the customer service unit of all agriculture departments to ensure compliance with set standards of hospitality and customer service
o Maintain contact with clients to obtain feedback and encourage continued patronage.
Job Requirement
• To work as a hotel sales manager may require having the following qualifications, which are commonly set by employers to get the best candidates for the position; it is believed that applicants who can satisfy the requirements will be more effective on the job:
o Education and Training: To become a agriculture sales manager, you require a Bachelor’s degree in business studies, marketing, finance, in other similar field. You also require several years of experience as a sales or marketing representative, preferably in the agriculture industry
o Persuasive Skill: Hotel sales managers are able to convince potential clients to subscribe to agriculture products
o Customer Service Skill: They courteously interact with customers and ensure their needs and requirements are met
o Leadership Skill: They are well versed in coordinating and managing human resources to ensure smooth operations and maximum profit
