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  1. Full-Time
  2. Permanent
  3. MERCURE
  4. Administration & Support

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Mercure Hurghada Hotel, Hurghada, Egypt

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REF48593R

Director of Sales

Region

MEA SPAC



Job Description

Main Duties 

  • 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.


Qualifications

Minimum 4 years of sales management experience or at least 2 years experience in similar capacity with proven records.

High degree of professionalism with strong understanding of global market and business acumen.

Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language. 

Proficient in Ms. Excel, Word, & Power point.

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.

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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.

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