Director of Sales & Marketing 5* Resort Cork We are delighted to present a wonderful opportunity to represent our Clients stunning 5-star Resort as Director of Sales and Marketing .
Joining an award-winning, enthusiastic Executive team, the successful candidate will lead a passionate, experienced sales and marketing team to achieve and surpass budgets.
Roles and Responsibilities To create lucrative sales targets and networks business relations to corporate client.
Develop and maintain a contact and customer database covering various market segments.
Prepare sales proposals to clients Develop and promote product image and awareness by direct mail campaigns and attendance of key travel and tourism tradeshows.
Establish an effective sales call cycle for key customers, partners and contacts.
Observe the market, identify trends and monitor the main competitors.
Based on information create sales targets depending on the tide of events.
Manages key accounts and oversees the accounts management in all activities for the Resort.
To communicate effective with all relevant parties and effectively lead your department in a structured and organised manner, liaising regularly with the COO.
Assist in creating annual revenue budgets and developing annual marketing plans and Generate top-line revenue to exceed budget goals.
To work in conjunction with the Revenue Department/Hotel Management/Reception/Front Office in relation to sales action plans, promotional events, brochure production and distribution in order to generate sales/revenue growth.
Requirements Minimum 3 years management experience in a similar role in a 4/5* Property.
Third level qualification in relevant field Excellent organisational, financial and strategic business development skills Proven track record in Corporate, Leisure and Event Sales in the Irish market Candidates require current legal status to live and work in Ireland Flexibility to work varied hours and travel as required for business needs.
Candidates need Full Driving License and their own transport For further details please contact Richard Lynch at .
To apply for this role please forward current Resume in MS Format to Skills: Budgets and Finance Guest Relations standards and service Hotel Sales New Business Development marketing Director Benefits: Meal Allowance / Canteen Paid Holidays parking