Sales Manager (MICE & Corporate) - Istanbul Based

SUNSET HOSPİTALİTY OTELCİLİK TURİZM VE TİCARET ANONİM ŞİRKETİ

METT Bodrum is a refined, elegant and laid-back collection of lifestyle hotels & resorts dotted around unique locations. With a discreet, no-frills service style, and social dining and lifestyle entertainment at the heart of the experience, the brand is conceived for the traveller of today looking for an ideal place to celebrate life.

Now, we are hiring Sales Manager (MICE & Corporate) to join us in Bodrum.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively develop and manage MICE and Corporate segments, with a strong focus on Istanbul-based agencies and TMCs 
• Maintain and expand a portfolio of key accounts including MICE agencies, event planners, and corporate travel buyers 
• Leverage existing relationships with leading TMCs and MICE agencies in Istanbul to generate qualified leads and business opportunities 
• Drive group sales (rooms + events) from enquiry to conversion, ensuring maximum revenue and profitability 
• Negotiate contracts, rates, and packages effectively to increase conversion ratios and ADR 
• Conduct regular sales visits, presentations, and networking activities in Istanbul and key feeder markets ( min of 4-5 Visit per Day ) 
• Collaborate with Revenue Management to optimize pricing strategies for group business 
• Work closely with operations to ensure seamless execution of group and event experiences.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in MICE and/or Corporate Sales within luxury hotels or hospitality groups
• Strong existing portfolio and relationships with Istanbul-based TMCs and MICE agencies 
• Proven track record in group sales conversion, negotiation, and account management 
• Deep understanding of corporate travel dynamics, incentive groups, and event business 
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills 
• Ability to analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities 
• Highly organized, results-driven, and commercially focused mindset 
• Willingness to travel frequently between Bodrum and Istanbul 
• Fluent in English and Turkish (additional languages are a plus) 

• Strong network within key agencies such as Corporate travel companies, Event & Wedding agencies, and luxury travel planners 
• Experience working with high-end/lifestyle or luxury hotel brands 
• Ability to bring immediate business potential through an active client portfolio
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on sales approach