Director of Sales and Marketing
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual to represent our resort as Director of Sales and Marketing.
The successful candidate will lead a passionate sales and marketing team, leveraging their expertise to achieve outstanding results.
* Create strategic sales targets and develop business relations with corporate clients.
* Maintain a comprehensive contact and customer database covering various market segments.
* Develop sales proposals for clients and promote product image and awareness through targeted campaigns and tradeshows.
* Establish an effective sales call cycle for key customers, partners, and contacts.
* Monitor market trends and competitors to drive growth and innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage key accounts and oversee account management in all activities for the resort.
Communicate effectively with relevant parties and lead your department in a structured manner, liaising regularly with senior management.
Assist in creating annual revenue forecasts and developing marketing strategies to drive top-line revenue.
Collaborate with the Revenue Department, Hotel Management, and Front Office to implement sales action plans, promotional events, and brochure production to generate revenue growth.
Requirements:
Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role in a 4/5* property.
Degree in a relevant field or equivalent qualification.
Excellent organisational, financial, and strategic business development skills.
Proven track record in Corporate, Leisure, and Event Sales in the Irish market.
Candidates must hold current legal status to live and work in Ireland.
Flexibility to work varied hours and travel as required.
Fully qualified drivers licence is required.