HR & Admin Professional, over 25 yrs experience. I ran my own business for 5 yrs. HR Degree & CIPD Associate. I describe myself as a hard working…
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Sales & Marketing Manager will be responsible for leading the sales, marketing, and revenue strategy and objectives of the hotel. This includes overseeing the day‑to‑day operations of the sales, marketing, revenue management, events and the hotel brand strategy to ensure alignment with business goals and position The Arklow Bay Hotel as a top destination in Wicklow.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
* Develop, implement, and monitor the annual sales & marketing strategy, business plan and budget aligned with the business and financial objectives by category.
* Participate in all decisions and activate the agreed strategy in conjunction with the General Manger and Revenue Manager.
* Ensure delivery of revenue growth objectives through own initiative and effective leadership of the sales, marketing, events and revenue teams.
* Represent the hotel at local, regional, national and international sales activities including sales trips, network events and presentations, workshops, tradeshows and on‑site FAM trips and client visits.
* Review all sales & marketing and revenue activities regularly and determine results and actions.
* Identify new business opportunities across all market segments.
* Stay informed on market trends, and competitor activities and align strategies to meet the market conditions as required.
* Complete weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reporting as required.
* Manage the relationship with key external partners including PR agencies, representation agency, travel agent networks and digital marketing partners.
* Manage sales & marketing projects as required per business requirements.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
* Knowledge and minimum 5 years experience in a similar sales and marketing role in the hospitality industry.
* Experience and knowledge in luxury sales & marketing market practices.
* Able to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and experience in revenue management and sales & marketing management.
* Excellent communication, presentation and administrative skills.
* Demonstrates ability to direct, lead, develop and motivate a sales & marketing team.
* Be proactive and flexible as required to travel to the marketplace and entertain potential clients and FAM trips.
* Strong organisational and project management skills and the ability to prioritise and work to deadlines.
* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
* Valid driving licence.
* Experience with Hotsoft a benefit.
EXPERIENCE
* Hospitality: 5 years (required)
* Sales & Marketing : 5 years (required)
The Arklow Bay Hotel is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.
Please note, we are only accepting applications from persons who have the permission/right to live and work without restriction in Ireland.
As the role requires the successful candidate to be out on the road possibly one day per week a valid driving license is required.
Salary will depend on experience.
For additional information and a confidential discussion on this Sales & Marketing Manager position please contact: Irene, HR manager at: hr@arklowbay.com
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Marketing and Sales
Industries
* Hospitality
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