Director Of Sales

Overview

Are you a senior sales leader within the hospitality sector looking for your next opportunity? I have an exciting opportunity with one of my clients located in Edinburgh, looking for a new Director of Sales.

You will shape strategy, drive revenue growth, and elevate the business' commercial performance.

Reporting to:
General Manager

Salary: £50,000 basic + 20% bonus

25 days annual leave + BH

• Leading the sales strategy to maximise revenue across all segments
• Building strong partnerships with key corporate, MICE, and travel accounts
• Managing, motivating, and developing the sales team
• Identifying new market opportunities and creating innovative sales campaigns
• Working closely with senior leadership to deliver commercial success
• Working collaboratively with off-property sales channels ensuring sales efforts are coordinated
• Develops relationships within community to strengthen and expand customer base for group/catering sales opportunities
• Supports brand's Service and Relationship Strategy, driving customer loyalty by delivering service excellence throughout each customer experience
• Provides excellent customer service in order to grow share of the account
• Executes brand's Customer Service Standards and property's Brand Standards

• Strong background in hotel sales leadership
• Strategic mindset paired with hands-on operational drive
• Excellent relationship-building skills
• Proven track record of hitting and exceeding targets
• Experience with in branded hotels is a high advantage but not essential