Director of Sales

The Artisan MGallery Istanbul

“Istanbul is a unique soul with a long and magnificent history and an amazing 21st-century destination blending its historical spirit with the modern vibe of the world. This fabulous city setting along the Bosphorus waterfront offers history, culture, art, culinary, shopping, and nightlife at the same time and succeeds in tantalizing every sense.

Providing an expansive list of cultural icons to visit, Istanbul will keep you busy throughout your stay, however, I recommend you not to leave the city before feeling the breeze and smell of the Bosphorus coast, sipping Turkish coffee, experiencing the mystical ambiance of the bazaars while enjoying the new, modern, and bohemian side of the city as well.

Just a few steps from the most famous leisure district, Istiklal Street and Pera, lies a boutique hotel in a surprisingly quiet street from Taksim to Dolmabahçe, the Artisan Istanbul MGallery as a showcase of sublime Turkish hospitality. Our hotel is located mere steps from the Bosphorus coast and within walking distance from Taksim. It’s also very convenient in terms of being a ten-minute drive from Karakoy which is recently the most popular and vibrant neighbor, having Galataport and Istanbul Modern Museum and Nişantaşı, which reflect the modern, chic, and elegant part of the city, having luxury brand stores, stylish cafes, and well-known restaurants.

Nearly 100 works of art are exhibited throughout The Artisan MGallery Istanbul Hotel, the premium category brand of the Accor Group. The resident collection gives you an opportunity to encounter traces of Istanbul and see works by local artists in addition to works by globally renowned artists. Richard Mas’ female and male sculptures with heads shaped like lips, recognized for his surrealist work playfully welcome you at the lobby entrance. Rooms, corridors, convention halls, lobby, and terrace -the works of art we encounter at each stride lend new and rich meanings to travels for different purposes.

I wish you all to enjoy this amazing city of Istanbul and leave our little property with tasty memories.”

• 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  
• 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 the 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  
• Interview, select and recruit direct reports 
• Identify and develop team members with potential 
• Conduct performance review and manages performance issues that arise within the management team 
• Constantly monitor team members performance, attitude and degree of professionalism 
• Work with Talent & Culture function to ensure appropriate hiring, training, motivating, coaching, counseling and development of team members according to the changing needs of the business 
• Conduct monthly departmental meetings 
• Be fully conversant with hotel fire & life safety/emergency procedures 
• Attend all briefings, meetings and trainings as assigned by management 
• Maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene at all times 
• Be aware of the hotel fire & life safety/emergency procedures 
• Perform other reasonable duties assigned by the assigned by the Management 
• Study, analyze and interpret complex activities and/or information in order to improve strategies or develop new approaches.

• Bachelor's degree in any related field
• At least five years experience in hotel sales and marketing
• Experience in luxury hotel brands
• Revenue management experience
• Ability to influence and persuade with excellent negotiation skills
• Strong sales and analytical knowledge