The Director of Sales for Mantis will oversee key leisure accounts outside the Accor structure based in South Africa that play a significant role in driving hotel revenue. This role leads sales strategies across key source markets such as the USA and Europe while also supporting local accounts and DMC partnerships.
Business & Financial Performance:
- Prepare and manage annual sales budgets; align departmental goals with commercial strategy.
- Analyse monthly performance reports and P&L statements; adjust as needed to meet target.
- Support hotels with financial forecasting sales budgeting ensuring performance alignment.
Stakeholder & Partnership Management:
- Build and maintain relationships with key leisure accounts luxury travel partners DMCs.
- Collaborate with Accor brand commercial teams and hotel operations to ensure alignment.
- Identify and develop new business opportunities through regional activations and key account strategies.
Sales Enablement & Marketing Integration:
- Coordinate with marketing and revenue teams to ensure cohesive campaigns and consistent messaging.
- Oversee development of sales materials and tools; ensure alignment with brand voice and values.
- Contribute to advertising promotional and PR activities in partnership with the corporate marketing team.
Operational & HotelLevel Support:
- Work closely with property teams to ensure alignment with the brands strategy and goals.
- Act as Multiproperty Sales Manager for properties without onsite sales leadership.
- Conduct regular market and competitor analysis to inform strategic decisions.
Team Leadership & Development:
- Recruit train and mentor sales team members.
- Conduct performance reviews and manage professional development.
- Foster a culture of accountability innovation and excellence in execution.
Other Responsibilities / Special Projects
- Participate in hotel management meetings and community events to represent the brand.
- Ensure compliance with fire life safety and emergency procedures.
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and professional conduct.
- Perform other duties as assigned by senior leadership.
- Blog & Mailchimp design and distribution (form part of brand digital need to find a solution)
- WETU & AfricaHub
- Trade Portal
Qualifications :
- Bachelors degree preferred
- Matric or Higher Education Certification
- Strong industry experience
- 57 Years of Leisure Sales
- 35 Years of Hospitaltiy Experience
Additional Information :
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime