Title: Assistant Sales Manager

14 Oct 2026

Business Unit: Vivanta Colombo

Department: Commercial

Job requisition ID: 22664

Description:

About IHCL

Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is a part of the Tata Group and is one of South Asia's largest and most iconic hospitality companies. With a legacy of over 120 years, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences to our guests through our diverse portfolio of hotels, resorts, and palaces.

Careers at IHCL

At IHCL, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to fostering a dynamic work environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. Join us in creating memorable experiences and shaping the future of hospitality. Explore exciting career opportunities with us and be a part of a vibrant team that values passion, excellence, and diversity.

Job Objective

To achieve and exceed revenue targets, drive business growth, and maintain a high level of customer satisfaction, while ensuring effective sales strategies, processes, and relationships are in place to position the hotel as a market leader.

Essential Job Tasks

Sales Strategy and Planning, Revenue Growth, Customer Relationship Management, Market Intelligence, Budgeting and Forecasting, Performance Management, Collaboration with Other Departments, Reporting and Analysis, Client Entertainment and Hospitality, Contract Negotiation, Complaint Handling and Resolution, Sales Technology and Systems, Competitor Analysis, Ad-hoc Projects

Areas of Responsibility

•Drive sales and business development to achieve revenue targets.

•Drive revenue growth by achieving monthly, quarterly and annual sales targets.

•Support and motivate the sales team to achieve individual and departmental objectives.

•Develop and execute sales strategies, conduct market visits and sales calls, and identify new business opportunities.

•Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, travel agencies and key accounts to generate repeat business.

•Monitor market trends, competitor activities and business opportunities to strengthen the hotel’s market position.

•Support budgeting and forecasting while monitoring sales performance against revenue targets.

•Collaborate with Marketing, Revenue Management and Operations to maximise cross-selling and upselling opportunities.

•Manage event credit and debtor days in accordance with hotel policies and established standards.

Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to TPAM, aligning all sales activities with the specified guidelines, revenue models, and contractual obligations, while maintaining transparency and accountability.

Attributes/ Essentials/ Other Information

Communication, Interpersonal skills, Creativity, Knowledge of catering industry trends, drive and determination to improve standards and profitability. strong customer service orientation.

Required Qualifications

A degree in Hospitality Management

Work Experience

Minimum of 3 - 4 years of experience in Sales department in hospitality industry

Languages Needed in Position

Proficiency in english.

Key Interfaces- External

Key Interfaces- Internal

Behavioural Competencies

Process Excellence

Result Orientation

Collaborative Engagement

Change Championship

Growth Mindset

Guest Centricity

Personal Effectiveness

Equal Opportunities Employment at IHCL

At IHCL, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team, where every voice is valued and respected.