Posted: 5 December
Offer description
Director of Sales and Marketing is a pivotal leadership role that requires a dynamic professional with a proven track record in driving sales, repositioning and building brand awareness.
Key responsibilities will include developing and implementing comprehensive sales and marketing strategies to achieve revenue goals for the hotel, restaurants and bar. Elevate the visibility and reputation of the brand through innovative marketing campaigns and strategic partnerships.
Lead and mentor a high-performing sales and marketing team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Define a clear and differentiated position in the market, driving Revenue Generation Index (RGI) improvements in line with business plans.
Ensure alignment with IHG brand standards, campaigns and initiatives at all times. Drive channel performance through digital and social media best practices, consulting on optimised hotel marketing content.
Manage compliance, management and performance across websites, central reservation offices, global distribution systems, online travel agents and third-party platforms to increase revenue through direct low-cost system contribution.
* Ability to work autonomously, be proactive and take accountability for workload and key deliverables within a project timeline.
* High level communication and relationship management skills, collaborating with a wide variety of stakeholders, both internal and external.
* Strong business acumen and commercially savvy, able to manage budgets effectively to achieve ROI for sales and marketing activities.
* Experience in setting sales targets, developing strategies and overseeing revenue management practices.
* Expertise in brand representation, willing to act as brand ambassador and flexibility and adaptability to embody and communicate the brand identity.
* Prior experience within a luxury hotel in a senior commercial role.
* Tertiary education within a Business, Marketing, Sales or Hospitality related field (preferred).
This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package including impressive room discounts and training opportunities. We also offer career development programs, milestone celebrations and transfer of leave entitlements as you move and grow with IHG.
IHG provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support and acceptance.
