Director of Sales & Marketing – 5* Resort Cork
We are delighted to present a wonderful opportunity to represent our Clients stunning 5-star Resort as Director of Sales and Marketing . Joining an award-winning, enthusiastic Executive team, the successful candidate will lead a passionate, experienced sales and marketing team to achieve and surpass budgets.
Roles and Responsibilities
· To create lucrative sales targets and networks business relations to corporate client. Develop and maintain a contact and customer database covering various market segments.
· Prepare sales proposals to clients Develop and promote product image and awareness by direct mail campaigns and attendance of key travel and tourism tradeshows.
· Establish an effective sales call cycle for key customers, partners and contacts.
· Observe the market, identify trends and monitor the main competitors. Based on information create sales targets depending on the tide of events.
· Manages key accounts and oversees the accounts management in all activities for the Resort.
· To communicate effective with all relevant parties and effectively lead your department in a structured and organised manner, liaising regularly with the COO.
· Assist in creating annual revenue budgets and developing annual marketing plans and Generate top-line revenue to exceed budget goals.
· To work in conjunction with the Revenue Department/Hotel Management/Reception/Front Office in relation to sales action plans, promotional events, brochure production and distribution in order to generate sales/revenue growth.
Requirements
· Minimum 3 years’ management experience in a similar role in a 4/5* Property.
· Third level qualification in relevant field
· Excellent organisational, financial and strategic business development skills
· Proven track record in Corporate, Leisure and Event Sales in the Irish market
· Candidates require current legal status to live and work in Ireland
· Flexibility to work varied hours and travel as required for business needs.
· Candidates need Full Driving License and their own transport
For further details please contact Richard Lynch at 086-8333677. To apply for this role please forward current Resume in MS Format to richard@rlconsult.com
