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  1. Full-Time
  2. Permanent
  3. SWISSOTEL
  4. Sales & Marketing

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Swissôtel Nankai Osaka, Osaka, Japan

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REF81736F

Director of Business Development - EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP ROLE

Region

MEA SPAC


Company Description

Be part of a global hotel group with over 5,700 properties in 110 countries. Located above Nankai Namba Station, our 36-storey premium hotel features 546 rooms, 9 dining venues, dedicated spaces for events, weddings, and wellness.

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a high-performing Sales & Business Development Leader to join the executive leadership team at Swissôtel Nankai Osaka, a flagship 5-star international hotel renowned for hosting prestigious global conferences, luxury weddings, and large international groups.

This is a rare chance to lead a well-established commercial function and drive strategic growth in a dynamic, competitive, and culturally vibrant market.


Job Description

  • Lead & Develop Sales Team: Inspire and manage a high-performing sales team across group, event, and transient segments to achieve outstanding results.
  • Strategic Growth & Partnerships: Design and execute growth strategies while building strong relationships with corporates, agencies, MICE organizations, and premium event planners.
  • Commercial Leadership & Innovation: Collaborate with the leadership team to align commercial goals, drive sales innovation, oversee key contracts, and leverage data-driven tools like Salesforce and BV for optimal decision-making.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in sales or business development within the premium or international hospitality sector.
  • Established networks across MICE, corporate, and high-end event markets.
  • Deep understanding of Japan’s business culture, with fluency in both Japanese and English (mandatory).
  • A forward-thinking, hands-on leadership approach, capable of inspiring teams and influencing executive-level decisions.

Additional Information

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

  • Join an Executive Leadership Role within the prestigious Accor Group, a globally recognized international hospitality brand.
  • Be rewarded with a Competitive Compensation Package featuring a strong base salary, performance-based incentives, and comprehensive executive benefits.
  • Unlock High Visibility and Career Growth opportunities across the dynamic Asia-Pacific region.
  • Work in the Heart of Osaka’s Vibrant Namba District, one of Japan’s premier travel, dining, and entertainment hubs

Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.

When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.

LET YOUR PASSION SHINE

We foster our creativity, our excellence and progressiveness. We interconnect with each other and our environment, to create a new kind of quiet luxury. With us, you can take pride in being part of a wider global team leading the way in local sustainability initiatives. Working together with our communities, we will empower you to make your own meaningful impact.

LEARN ABOUT US

Let your passion shine

We take pride in promoting heartfelt hospitality with a French Zest, valuing passion, excellence and emotional intelligence. We pioneer a committed and sustainable approach to luxury, encouraging openness and inclusivity. We value new encounters with colleagues and guests from all horizons with a goal of creating a distinctive culture together.

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