Director of Sales and Marketing
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7 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Your key responsibilities & contribution will be:
- Develop and implement strategic sales and marketing plans to maximise hotel revenue and achieve business goals.
- Manage department budgets financial forecasts and analyse monthly P&L reports recommending corrective actions as needed.
- Lead and motivate the sales team ensuring effective prospect management and pipeline development.
- Collaborate with the General Manager and Revenue Director on monthly forecasts budgets and function space yield maximisation.
- Direct all group transient and catering/banquet sales activities to optimise revenue streams.
- Analyse market trends competition and customer needs to inform strategic decisions and adapt business practices.
- Oversee all advertising public relations and promotional activities in conjunction with corporate marketing departments.
- Maintain high visibility across the property participating in sales presentations property tours and customer meetings.
- Engage in community and professional organisations to promote a positive image of the hotel.
- Ensure the integrity of sales platform data and effective use of CRM systems across all verticals.
Qualifications :
What you will need to do this role:
- Bachelors degree in business administration hospitality management or a related field or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 4 years experience as a Director of Sales & Marketing in a single property or a cluster of hotels ideally within a luxury brand.
- Proven track record of success in sales leadership roles within the hotel industry with a strong focus on revenue growth and market expansion.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute effective sales strategies drive results and exceed targets.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing sales team.
- Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
- Sound business acumen and strategic thinking with the ability to analyse market trends identify opportunities and make informed decisions.
- Proficiency in sales management software CRM systems and distribution technology
Please note that we believe in flexibility and multi-skilling and you may be asked to do different tasks from time to time to enable us to meet the needs of our guests and colleagues.
Additional Information :
What is in it for you
- Exclusive Discounts:
- Fairmont Cheshire The Mere Spa and Golf discount
- Fairmont Raffles and Accor Hotels (friends and family rates are included)
- 20% off food and beverage in on-site restaurants
- Colleague restaurant
- Being part of The Mere Team our culture is unique!
- You will benefit from training and development opportunities
- Competitive salary and benefits including pension
- 28 days of holiday including public holidays
- 1-5 days service award based on length of service
- Special rates for Fairmont Cheshire The Mere colleagues and their friends & family and discount across Accor hotels worldwide
- And last but not least you will get to work with a team of EXTRAORDINARY people
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Sales Experience
- Marketing
- Hotel Experience
- Hospitality Experience
- Assisted Living
- Management Experience
- Revenue Management
- Sage
- Salesforce
- Sales Management
- Team Management
- Memory Care
About Company
As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a com ... View more
