Join Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South (207 rooms) and voco The Hague (204 rooms) and lead the sales success of two standout hotels in the Netherlands.
This is a strategic role where you’ll manage the proactive sales team, drive sales performance, grow key accounts, and inspire a high-performing team across Rooms, F&B, and Meetings & Events.
If you’re a results-driven leader with strong market connections and a passion for hospitality, we’d love to connect with you
Reporting to the Cluster Commercial Director your Key Responsibilities are:
Leadership & Team Management
Lead, coach, and develop the sales proactive team to achieve individual and collective targets
Set clear objectives, monitor performance, and provide continuous feedback and support
Inspire a high-performance culture by leading by example
Ensure strong collaboration between sales, marketing, revenue, and operations teams
Sales Strategy & Execution
Co-create and implement the commercial and sales strategy with the Cluster Commercial Director and General Manager
Drive new business leads across rooms, Food and Beverage venues, and Meetings & Events
Identify opportunities across both hotels and all managed segments to optimize occupancy, average rates, and revenue.
Develop and execute targeted sales plans, promotions, and special programs
· Actively participate and complete the preparation of the annual Sales and Market Plan, quarterly updates, and the complexed hotels' annual Budgets. Execute initiatives as outlined; swiftly implement strategies/tactics to offset changes in markets, economy or driven by the competitive set. Organize and/or attend scheduled group and related meetings
Work closely with commercial functions to drive revenue performance and deliver exceptional guests’ experience.
Business Development & Networking
Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, partners, and stakeholders
· Organise comprehensive information describing the range of products and services offered by the hotel and deliver this information through relevant sales resources and sales channels to existing and potential Guests
Proactively expand the client base through networking events and social engagement
Represent Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South and voco™ The Hague at industry events on national and international community
· Prepare and present, on a monthly basis, the contribution, focus and activity of the proactive sales team to the hotel owners and senior management team
Brand & Market Positioning
Strengthen the awareness and reputation of Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South voco™ The Hague
Position both hotels as a key destination within the local social and business scene
Ensure alignment with IHG Brands values and deliver memorable guest experiences
Operational Excellence
Monitor sales performance and adjust strategies based on market trends and results
Ensure seamless communication and coordination with internal teams
Take ownership of ad-hoc responsibilities and lead the team through dynamic situations
What we’re looking for
Proven experience in a senior sales role within hospitality, preferably in a lifestyle hotel brand
Demonstrated experience in managing and developing high-performing sales teams
Strong commercial and strategic mindset with a results-driven approach
Excellent project management, multitasking, and time management skills
A natural networker with strong connections in the local market
Solid understanding of local business trends and economic factors
Outstanding communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Fluent Dutch and English (additional languages are a plus)
At Crowne Plaza Amsterdam – South and voco® The Hague, we make sure you feel right at home with:
Employee discount for all 6000+ IHG hotels worldwide
Friends & family rates to share with your loved ones
Travel allowance based on commuting distance
A paid day off for volunteering
Homemade lunch or dinner during working hours
Opportunities for personal development, training, and coaching
A CultuurWerkt!/Alleo account for discounts on theatre, cinema, and more
A discount on ClassPass
Discount on collective health insurance
For your birthday: choose between a paid day off or a voucher
An In-House Experience including breakfast, dinner, and drinks
A fun, international team that values teamwork, laughter, and growth
Regular staff events, parties, and departmental outings
Access to IHG’s myWellbeing program, supporting your lifestyle, health, and career develop