Director of Sales - InterContinental Hayman Island ResortIHG Hotels & Resorts is one of the world's leading hotel companies with around 350,000 colleagues working across more than 100 countries. As part of the IHG team, our people help our guests create amazing memories and deliver our purpose of providing True Hospitality for Good.The InterContinental Hayman Island Resort will immerse you in the wonders of the Whitsundays, working for a five-star luxury environment which offers amazing career growth opportunities and professional training & development.About the roleAs Director of Sales, you'll develop and set revenue sales and marketing strategies for the Resort to maximise performance, profitability and return on investment by directing sales activity and total revenue generation. You will ensure plans are implemented, results are monitored, and sales goals are achieved through regular sale of hotel rooms, meeting rooms, and food and beverage whilst working closely with tourism bodies and partners to gain maximum exposure in key markets including MICE and Leisure. Constant review of business performance, understanding dynamics of the local market and demand generators are crucial for success in this role.Please note this role is based in Sydney and will require travel to Hayman Island when required.About youWe are seeking an experienced and dynamic DOS, who will pioneer sales strategies and account management for luxury resort sales. Leading a high performing team, and reporting to the Director of Sales and Marketing, you will be directly responsible for the hotel achieving budgeted revenue growth and maintaining above-market returns. The ideal candidate will have the following:Bachelor's or Master's degree in Marketing, Business or CommerceTwo to four years of experience in a hospitality or hotel sales and marketing setting with direct supervisory experience over a sales team, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience; with proven track record of success in delivering above market performance in luxury salesUnderstand industry dynamics, trends, and disciplines; forecast and plan for likely deficits and down months 1 to 2 years in advanceWhat we offerExtensive career development opportunities throughout the IHG network of iconic hotels and resorts worldwide.The perfect balance of island exposure and maintenance of your cosmopolitan lifestyle.Access to IHGs myBenefits program which includes a wide range of benefits including leave entitlements, retailer discounts, online health and wellbeing platforms and discounts to a variety of employee, friends, and family discount rates across more than 5,300 InterContinental Hotel & Resorts properties.How to ApplyPlease visit our Careers Page for all details regarding living and working on Hayman Island at: https://haymanisland.intercontinental.com/careers/ or click the 'Apply Now' button.We also invite you to learn more by following our social channels:Facebook via @ICHIRcareers and Instagram via @ihg_australia_careers
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