GROUP DIRECTOR OF SALES AND MARKETING

The Director of Sales and Marketing is responsible for the daily sales efforts and is responsible for the overall positioning of the hotel, brand communication and the development of customers for the property including, Rooms, Dining Outlets, and Events. In addition, they are responsible for rental revenue, yield strategies, implementation, market performance and meeting budget, forecast, and optimal business mix targets. Strategies will include pricing, status, direct sales, market mix, marketing, and public relations. Candidates must have a dynamic leadership style, possessing excellent communication and decision making skills and an astute business acumen.

Prepares Sales Reports and annual Sales & Marketing Plan

Creates an effective Sales Programs that will increase awareness and positive perception of the Hotel, its activities, culinary services, and personnel.

Knowledge of travel industry, current market trends and economic factors

Ability to access, understand and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system.

Assist Managing Director in preparation of the marketing, advertising, sales plans, programs and annual budget; manages within approved plans and budgets

Develop rates, group sales deployment strategies through review of competitive data, demand analysis and mix management.

Ability to effectively listen, communicate and perform diplomacy with internal and external customers and staff in all situations.

Ability to stand and move throughout the hotel property and continuously perform essential job functions.

Develop awareness and reputation of the hotel and the brand in the local community

Direct and manage all group, transient, and banquet sales activities to maximize revenue for the hotel.

Prepare, implement and compile data for the strategic sales plan, monthly reports, annual goals, sales and marketing budget, forecasts and other reports as directed/required.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Location: HCMC

Salary Range: Negotiation

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the sales/marketing/hospitality profession
• Minimum five years of sales and marketing in the luxury hotel industry
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and property management systems.
• Command of the English language both written and verbal
• Strong media, presentation and computer skills

CV in English

Candidates must include salary expectation in coverletter/resume for consideration.