With a legacy spanning over five decades, Bluegr Hotels & Resorts has firmly established itself as a leader in the hospitality industry, embodying the three pillars of quality tourism: exceptional locations, exemplary services, and authentic experiences. Its portfolio includes three distinctive hotels in Crete—Minos Beach Art Hotel, a member of Design Hotels and Marriott Bonvoy; the adult-only wellbeing sancturay Minos Palace Resort; and the family-friendly haven Candia Park Village—as well as the boutique Life Gallery Athens in the capital. These properties seamlessly integrate into their natural surroundings, highlighting the unique character of each region. Its commitment to its people, culture, and sustainability is underscored by numerous international accolades, including a five-star certification from the EFQM Business Excellence Model. It has also been recognized as one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work for in Europe 2024 and is the only hospitality company to rank among the top ten workplaces in Greece for three consecutive years, certified by Great Place to Work Hellas. Guided by the belief that hospitality and culture are deeply intertwined, Bluegr actively supports contemporary artistic creation and research through the G & A Mamidakis Foundation, further cementing its role as a champion of culture and innovation in the industry.
About the Role
We are looking for a driven and customer-focused Senior Sales Manager to grow our presence in the European markets. This role is responsible for developing new business, nurturing existing accounts, and positioning our solutions as the go-to choice for hotels, resorts, and hospitality groups across the region.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and expand the customer base across the DACH/ European luxury travel agency sector.
- Manage the full sales cycle: from lead generation to closing and account management.
- Develop strong, long-term relationships with hotel chains, independent properties, and hospitality partners.
- Understand client needs and tailor solutions to deliver measurable value.
- Conduct presentations, demos, and contract negotiations in German and English.
- Collaborate with marketing, product, and customer success teams for smooth client onboarding.
- Track market trends, competitor activities, and customer insights to identify new opportunities.
- Consistently achieve or exceed assigned sales targets.
- Represent the company at key industry events, trade fairs, and networking activities across DACH.
Requirements
- Fluency in both German and English, written and spoken, is essential. Additional knowledge of foreign languages will be a plus.
- Proven sales or business development experience, specifically with luxury travel agency market
- At least 3-5 years in a similar position working for a luxury hotel or chain
- Solid understanding of the DACH and Luxury hospitality market and existing network preferred
- Account management and strong organisation skills
- Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
- Self-motivated, target-driven, and comfortable working independently.
- Flexibility to travel frequently and attend events.
- Experience with CRM tools.
What We Offer
- Competitive Remuneration Package.
- Development & Training Opportunities.
- Excellent working environment, recognized as a Great Place to Work and based on international standards of Business Excellence.
- Opportunity to represent a fast-growing, innovative company in the hospitality industry.
- Career growth and continuous professional development.
- Collaborative, and dynamic team culture.