Sales Director

Job title:

Sales Director - luxury hotel

Location:

Venice, Italy
Salary: €Negotiable according to experience
Required languages:
Italian and English
Start: ASAP
We are working with a prestigious luxury hotel in Venice that seeks an experienced Director of Sales to lead and execute its sales strategy, focusing on growing international business and strengthening its position within the luxury hospitality market.
This is a unique opportunity for a senior sales professional to join an exclusive resort environment and work closely with ownership to drive revenue growth, expand key source markets, and further develop the property's global commercial presence.
The successful candidate will report directly to ownership and play a strategic role in shaping the future sales direction of the hotel.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement the overall sales strategy to achieve revenue and market share objectives.
Drive business development across leisure, luxury travel, group, and MICE segments.
Expand production from key international markets, particularly North America.
Build and maintain relationships with luxury travel advisors, consortia, tour operators, DMCs, corporate accounts, and industry partners.
Represent the resort at international trade shows, sales missions, networking events, and industry conferences.
Identify new revenue opportunities and develop strategic account plans for key clients.
Collaborate closely with Revenue Management and operational teams to maximize commercial performance.
Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities within the luxury hospitality sector.
Prepare sales forecasts, budgets, and regular performance reports.
Lead and develop the existing sales resource while contributing to the future growth of the sales team.
Maintain a strong presence within the luxury travel community and enhance brand visibility across target markets.

Candidate Profile

Native Italian speaker with fluent English.
Significant experience in luxury hospitality sales.
Proven track record in a Director of Sales or senior commercial leadership position.
Demonstrated success in driving revenue growth and securing high‑value business.
Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
Strategic thinker with a hands‑on and entrepreneurial approach.
Comfortable working within an owner‑led environment and interacting with senior stakeholders.
Strong knowledge of and experience within the US luxury travel market.
Established network of luxury travel advisors, agencies, tour operators, and industry partners.
Experience working with internationally recognized luxury hotel brands, collections, or independent luxury resorts.
Participation in luxury travel fairs, sales missions, and international industry events.

Package

Competitive salary package, commensurate with experience.
Single accommodation provided on‑site.
Immediate start available.
Opportunity to make a significant commercial impact within a highly regarded luxury resort environment.

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