Vacatures sales executive

Life is a journey. Live it well.

Swissôtel Amsterdam has proudly been part of the luxury segment of Accor Hotels for the past 9 years. Our four-star boutique hotel, located in the vibrant heart of Amsterdam, features 114 rooms & suites, authentic Swiss hospitality, and a strong commitment to sustainable practices.

Our concept restaurant, ROYAL98, provides an authentic Mediterranean dining experience in the heart of Amsterdam. In our restaurant we're not just serving meals - we're crafting moments. Whether it's enjoying a wood-fired pizza, indulging in fresh pasta, or sipping a craft cocktail, our mission is to create a vibe that's always vibrant, welcoming, and always memorable.

We're currently looking for an energetic and driven Groups & Sales Executive to help grow both our hotel and restaurant brands. If you're passionate about finding the right business, closing deals and creating unforgettable guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

In this role, you'll focus on expanding our reach and building strong partnerships with travel agencies, corporate clients, groups, and individual guests - ensuring they experience the very best of our Swiss hospitality and vibrant culinary offerings.

About the role

Sales & Revenue Generation

• Proactively identify, pursue, and secure new group sales opportunities - with a key focus on restaurant group bookings (such as group dinners), events, and partnerships for both business and leisure guests.

• Meet and exceed monthly and annual sales targets for both hotel and restaurant through strategic selling, upselling, and cross-promotions.

• Conduct market research to uncover emerging trends in group dining, MICE travel, and hospitality experiences, along with insights on competitors.

• Develop and implement creative offers and packages that drive business growth throughout the year, including low-season periods for the hotel and restaurant.

Client Relationship Management

• Serve as the go-to contact for group bookings, understanding each client's needs and providing tailored solutions across both hospitality and dining.

• Build long-term relationships with travel planners, event organizers, and local partners to drive repeat business.

• Stay in regular contact with clients post-event to gather feedback and identify new opportunities.

Group Booking Coordination

• Respond efficiently to all group inquiries-whether hotel stays, private dining, or full-service events.

• Work with the Marketing, Reservations and F&B teams to prepare competitive proposals, promotions, negotiate rates, and secure signed contracts.

• Coordinate with operational teams to ensure seamless execution and memorable guest experiences.

Who are you?

You're a go-getter with a growth mindset - ready to take ownership of a dynamic executive role and drive results. You're not just looking for a job; you're looking to make an impact.

We'd love to meet you if you bring:

• Proven experience in a sales role; ideally within hospitality, groups, reservations, or event planning.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills that help you connect with clients and close deals.

• A proactive, independent working style; you know how to spot opportunities and act on them.

• Fluency in English is essential; Dutch or other languages are an advantage.

• Familiarity with hotel booking systems (PMS/CRS) is a plus.

Why Swissôtel Amsterdam & ROYAL98?

• Work with a highly motivated and enthusiastic team within our office in the heart of Amsterdam .

• Receive a competitive salary within CAO scale VIII/IX depending on experience.

• 8% gross holiday allowance (accrued monthly), paid out in May every year.

• 25 vacation days per calendar year on a full-time basis.

• Travel allowance of maximum €150, - per month regardless of distance.

• Be part of Accor's employee benefit system and enjoy discounted rates (including family and friends) all around the world together with 30-50% discounts on F&B (you will receive a personal card to enjoy these benefits).

• Refer a friend system that gets you 200€ per referral after their probation period; paid out next month.

• Enjoy yearly staff parties and team-building activities to support team cohesion.

• Access to a great Learning & Development platform offered by Accor "Learn Your Way" and opportunities to increase your knowledge with Accor Academy.

• Grow your career with Accor, one of the world's leading and most expansive hotel groups, offering global opportunities and professional development with our internal referral system.