About the Role
Drive new business growth within the hospitality sector, focusing on networking solutions including IP Networks, High-Speed Internet Access, IPTV, and Casting. This is a client-facing role focused on identifying and securing new customers, managing a sales pipeline, and building long-term relationships.
Responsibilities
- Identify, target, and acquire new customers within the hospitality sector.
- Build and execute a structured sales development plan and pipeline.
- Achieve and exceed quarterly and annual new business revenue targets.
- Conduct proactive prospecting, including cold outreach and lead generation.
- Build strong relationships with decision-makers across hotel operators and hospitality groups.
- Present solutions and lead customer discussions both remotely and on-site.
- Act as a trusted advisor, providing guidance on networking solutions and market developments.
- Respond to customer and partner enquiries in a timely and professional manner.
- Prepare, present, and follow up on proposals, quotations, and tenders.
- Lead contract negotiations and close new business opportunities.
- Ensure opportunities are commercially viable and aligned with business objectives.
- Retain and grow existing customers by extending service agreements and identifying upsell opportunities.
- Work closely with internal teams (technical, delivery, and commercial) to ensure successful solution design and implementation.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date CRM records and pipeline tracking.
- Provide regular, accurate reporting and forecasting to management.
- Participate in team initiatives, sharing best practices and contributing to overall sales performance.
- Monitor competitor activity and market trends.
- Gather customer feedback to inform product and commercial strategy.
- Represent the business at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities.
Requirements
- Strong experience in new business sales, ideally within hospitality networking, IP infrastructure, or technology solutions (e.g. HSIA, IPTV).
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets and managing a sales pipeline.
- Experience selling into hospitality operations with a good understanding of hotel environments.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills (both virtual and in-person).
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a high-performing team.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Proficient in CRM systems (e.g. Odoo) and core tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- High level of resilience, drive, and accountability in a fast-paced, growth environment.
Skills
- Networking solutions
- IP Networks
- High-Speed Internet Access (HSIA)
- IPTV
- Casting
- Sales development
- Pipeline management
- Customer relationship management
- Negotiation
- Presentation
- CRM systems (Odoo)
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Outlook
Work Type
- Hybrid
About the Company
- Planet is a global technology company delivering innovative solutions that power customer experiences across hospitality and beyond.
- Hoist Group is a leading networking technology partner in the hospitality sector, specialising in the design, delivery, and support of complex IP networks.
- Our solutions enable hotels to deliver seamless connectivity and digital guest experiences through high-speed internet access, IPTV, and related network services, supported by 24/7 operational excellence.
- With a strong global presence and continued investment, Planet operates at the forefront of a fast-moving and highly competitive technology market.
- Join a fast-growing, innovative organisation at the forefront of hospitality technology, where you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in a dynamic and evolving market.
Equal Opportunity
- Planet is an equal opportunity employer where diversity is valued, and all employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made in order to allow for an individual to perform the essential functions of this role successfully.
