*Simplotel-Director - Sales

Company Profile:

Simplotel is a Bangalore based, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) company helping over 3,000 hotels across

26 countries grow their direct business. We are powering e-commerce for some of the largest hotels in

India. The name Simplotel comes from a combination of Simple and Hotel - our mission is to Simplify the

life of hoteliers through technology. Simplotel is a ‘Shopify for Hotels', was founded in October 2013 and

is funded by Go-MMT - India's largest Online Travel Agency.

*Simplotel was awarded the best startup in travel & hospitality for 2021 by Startup India, an initiative

of the Union Ministry of Commerce & Industry in India.

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Position: Director - Sales

We are looking for a dynamic sales leader who can spearhead our business development efforts. This

role is pivotal in driving revenue growth, managing the P&L, and overseeing the entire sales cycle from

prospecting to customer acquisition. Additionally, you will be responsible for developing and executing

strategic sales plans to expand market presence and foster long-term client relationships.

Responsibilities:
\n %CF; Develop and execute sales strategies to drive the company's strategic objectives.
\n %CF; Analyze market trends and customer needs to uncover opportunities for expansion and
\n competitive advantage.
\n %CF; Lead, mentor, and cultivate a high-performance sales team, setting clear expectations and
\n reviewing progress regularly.
\n %CF; Achieve and exceed revenue targets by developing effective sales plans and strategies.
\n %CF; Act as a trusted advisor to key clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored
\n solutions.
\n %CF; Monitor and evaluate sales performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
\n %CF; Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Marketing and Product Development, to
\n ensure a unified sales approach.
\n %CF; Prepare and present comprehensive sales forecasts, reports, and performance analyses.
\n %CF; Build and maintain relationships with key hotels and actively represent the company by
\n participating in and presenting at conferences and industry events throughout India and
\n neighboring countries.

Requirements:
\n %CF; 10 - 12 years in sales preferably in consultative sales
\n %CF; Graduate degree in Engineering. MBA a plus.
\n %CF; Excellent communication and presentation skills.
\n %CF; Ability to analyze complex data and develop strategic plans.
\n %CF; Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
\n %CF; Solid analytic skills and good knowledge of Excel.
\n %CF; Proven ability to design and implement new processes.
\n %CF; Prior leadership and team management experience required.
\n %CF; Willingness to travel extensively which will also include International Travel.
\n %CF; Network in the hotel industry and familiarity with e-commerce is a plus.