Director of Sales & Marketing
Location
India | India
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Company Description
SO/ Maldives is reinventing the luxury island getaway experience with bespoke beach-front and over-water villas and sensorial experiences rooted in fashion and art. With diverse dining, a sophisticated playful beach club and serene spa all set in a private lagoon enclave, it's time to escape, explore and play. Where castaway meets runway, the stylish collection of 80 villa collections are designed for open plan living with panoramic ocean views. A 15-minute speedboat ride from Malé International Airport whisks you away to a private island in this idyllic archipelago overlooking the Emboodhoo Lagoon. Introducing a new generation of luxury for modern adventurers
Job Description This position is responsible for the planning and management of the overall Sales and Marketing of the hotel to achieve optimal occupancy, maximizing revenue, and meeting/exceeding hotel profit objectives.
Key Roles & Responsibilities - Prepare, implement and compile data for the strategic sales plan, monthly reporting, annual goals, sales and marketing budget, forecasts and other reports as directed/required.
- Analyze monthly P&L and month-end reports, identify deviation from business plan goals.
- Work with Finance and team in preparation and management of the department's budget and financial forecasts
- Participate in management meetings to review progress towards achievement of business plan goals and develop the annual business plan related for the department.
- Conduct daily briefing with department on current key activities.
- Direct and manage all group, transient, and catering/banquet sales activities to maximize revenue for the hotel.
- Survey, review and analyze competition, market trends, customer needs and comments in order to be proactive and adapt with business intelligence.
- Determine the effectiveness of existing programs and develop new strategies.
- Manage/direct all advertising, public relations and promotional activities in conjunction with corporate marketing and public relations departments.
- Actively participates in sales presentations, property tours and customer meetings.
- Evaluate changes in guest needs, the guest mix and competitive set, to recommend appropriate product/service and operational changes as necessary.
- Participate in community and professional organizations to maintain high visibility and promote a positive image.
Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree from a reputable hospitality school
- Minimum 5 years of Sales management experience or at least 2 years of experience in a similar capacity with proven records
- High degree of professionalism with strong understanding of global markets and business acumen
- Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language.
- Proficient in MS Excel, Word, & PowerPoint
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication and customer contact skills
- Results and service oriented with an eye for details.
- Ability to multi-task, work well in stressful & high-pressure situations.
- A team player & builder
- A motivator & self-starter
- Well-presented and professionally groomed at all times.
Additional Information - Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands.
- Great healthcare, competitive salary, and some nice extra perks across the Ennismore family of brands!
- Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make, and thrive at work.
- An annual diversity and inclusion calendar of events creating opportunities for you to learn, celebrate and make a positive impact.
- The opportunity to be yourself and collaborate with other bright minds in a relaxed, innovative culture.
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