Duties and Responsibilities FINANCIAL RETURNS ·     Identify and evaluate ‘new’ high potential accounts for Business Development team members to manage and develop ·     Allocate and handover accounts identified accounts to appropriate Business Development team members ·     Monitor market trends and track competitor activity to support the Sales team members in their sales activities ·     Support Business Development team members in the development of sales tactics and strategies ·     Evaluate accounts according to methodology approved by IHG and submit to Director of Sales for review PEOPLE ·     Share with Business Development team members up-to-date information of the market and competitor activity and how it can be used for selling activities ·     Communicate to his/her superior any issues encountered and other relevant information ·     Attend and participate in training sessions, daily briefings and other meetings as required ·     Where applicable, supervise, manage and train Sales Research Coordinators in carrying out their responsibilities GUEST EXPERIENCE ·     Not Applicable RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS ·     Develop awareness and reputation of the hotel and the brand in the local community. ·     Ensure clear communication through sales system of these accounts and their potential ·     Produce periodic reports and forecasts for the team ·     Ensure sufficient accounts in the pipeline   Perform other duties as assigned. aCCOUNTABILITY This is sales research and analytical support executive position for a full service luxury, resort, or major flagship hotel with high volume catering, banquet, and/or convention facilities. Performance of this role should be measured by the following key metrics: ·     Key Performance Objectives set annually (as per IHG policy) ·     Sectors identified & profiled ·     No. of accounts assigned ·     Accounts researched & logged ·     Process compliance as the indicated compliance in the Standard Operating Procedures QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS Degree or Diploma, one year of relevant experience or equivalent work experience in sales research and support. Relevant experience in the service industry would be an advantage. Expected to possess the following skills: ·     Excellent PC skills (including MS Office) and administrative skills ·     Knowledge of Delphi/Opera is an advantage ·     Strong communication and time management skills ·     Ability to interact on a professional level with management and customers ·     Detail-oriented with excellent analytical skills