Regional Director of Sales and Marketing at Accor

Wailea-Makena, Hawaii, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Apr, 26

Salary

255000.0

Posted On

27 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sales Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Revenue Management, Team Leadership, Budget Planning, Communication Skills, Customer Relationship Management, Data Analysis, Hospitality Industry Knowledge, Event Planning, Brand Positioning, Market Research, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving, Multi-tasking

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Company Description Located on the coveted south shore of Maui in Wailea, Fairmont Kea Lani is Hawaiʻi’s only all-suite and villa luxury oceanfront resort. This newly transformed, distinctive property is located on the sunny shores of Polo Beach amongst 22 acres of tropical landscape, offering authentic Hawaiian cultural experiences and genuine personal service that embody the spirit of Aloha. From full-moon staff hikes and beach clean-ups to appreciation luncheons and birthday holidays, our team provides endless opportunities to learn and grow in both your personal and professional development. Live and work in a place you love! What is in it for you: Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision and Dental) including extended benefits like; Basic insurance, TDI and Long-Term Disability for regular Full-time and Part-time employees 401(k) One complimentary duty meal for all employees that work more than 6 hours per shift Food & Beverage discount at Fairmont Kea Lani (venue specific and discount may vary) Wellness Offerings Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide Learning programs through our Academies Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world! Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities Job Description As the leader responsible for commercial results, and in alignment with the property and region’s vision, mission and organizational values, the Regional Director of Sales and Marketing for Hawai’i will lead the luxury positioning, and sales and marketing strategy for Fairmont Kea Lani, and as a support for the DOSM’s in the region, to achieve aggressive revenue and business goals. They will act as an advisor with a strategic view to the Sales and Marketing Departments of all assigned hotels, and are the communication vehicle for Sales, Marketing, Public Relations and Revenue Management issues to and from the Region. This leader possesses a strong understanding of consumer mindset in the hospitality industry, as well as experience in top-tier meeting, incentive and luxury leisure sales. It requires an innovative, data-driven mindset, knowledge of hotel sales and a consistent and proven ability to develop and execute effective commercial strategies. Salary Range: $230,000-$255,000 What you will be doing: Work closely with the Sales & Marketing Department and the Directors of Sales & Marketing in the region to drive top-line revenue performance and maximize market share Involved in the Strategic Planning Process for each hotel including but not limited to Five Year Market Segmentation Plan, Proformas and Budgets. Identify marketing synergies within the destination and region. Attain and/or surpass budgeted revenue expectations and RevPAR Index targets. Have constant focus on all revenue streams (Rooms, Catering, F&B, Spas,etc.) Assist with development of the region’s sales and marketing talent with a constant eye on identification of hi-potential colleagues and succession planning opportunities. Act as a key ambassador with customers and Global Sales to maximize awareness, enhance Brand presence and increase business for the hotels including but not limited to tradeshows, Global Sales Blitzes, community activations and client sales activities. Quarterly management of the Goals and Sales Incentive Program, Accelerate. Design, market and optimize activations and signature events synergistically with appropriate constituents and contacts Ensure that sales and marketing action plans are in place for need periods, market segments, niche markets and/or special events at each hotel and as a region. Build and maintain an effective relationship with owners. Champion brand positioning and brand standards within the region. Leverage Fairmont/Accor platforms, systems, loyalty program and overall strategies. Engage with Fairmont/Accor sales and marketing teams to maximize available tools and resources available to achieve revenue goals and steal market share. Create, plan, implement and monitor execution of the annual marketing plan and the strategies, tactics, and resources necessary to achieve the overall organizational business objectives. Ensure all marketing communications are coordinated and are an effective expenditure of resources. Support Director of Marketing & PR efforts to continually seek improvement of property websites, including vanity sites and brand.com, to include best in class visuals, storytelling, user experience and e-commerce optimization. Research, analyze and monitor various marketing, financial and demographic factors so business opportunities may be captured/optimized, and the effects of competitive activity may be minimized. Enable group sales team with effective selling tools and initiatives that generate qualified leads. Identify opportunities and drive the tracking of guest data across all touch points to customize the experience, drive revenue and improve loyalty and satisfaction. Evolve customer segmentation; behavioral, demographic, predictive and motivational by leveraging guest data and insights. Monitor the competitive landscape and market conditions to identify opportunities, issues, and risks, to form tactical strategies. Manage sales and marketing spend, to align with forecast and budget direction. Participate in key professional societies and activities related to the hospitality industry. Serve as “corporate in the field” to communicate and leverage Accor tools, programs and resources for hotels in the region. Partner with Regional Vice President, General Managers and DOSMs to support goals and objectives within hotels. Schedule: Due to the nature of the hospitality industry, employees are required to work varying schedules, including weekends and holidays, to accommodate the business and demands of the hotel. Qualifications Your experience and skills include: 6-8 years of experience in luxury hotel/global sales environment, of which at least four have been as a Director of Sales & Marketing, with knowledge of all hotel business market segments Proven record to coordinate multiple departments to make gains towards targeted GOP, guest feedback and employee engagement results Proven success in partnering with Rooms, Food & Beverage and other departments Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the English language Requires excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with a keen focus on attention to detail, follow-up, refined guest service skills with a strong ability to multi-task Must be service oriented and capable of communicating effectively with persons involved in all levels of authority, both internally and externally Clear working knowledge of budget planning and execution Proficient in computer skills, including advanced knowledge in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint-base web environment Working knowledge of Opera Sales & Catering (or similar) Ability to multi-task and work well in stressful & high-pressure situations Ability to build strong relationships, interact and influence others at all levels of the organization, a team player, motivator & self-starter Ability to motivate developing leaders to act as entrepreneurs while innovating guest oriented solutions creatively and profitably Self-confident, proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented individual, able to prioritize and make effective decisions High degree of professionalism with strong understanding of hotel operations and business acumen Analytical skills, strength as a developer and a leader of others, creativity, and strong planning skills are essential for this position Must be highly organized, goal and results oriented Knowledge of the relationship between process, policy, people and performance Adept at evaluating, plan building, scenario planning, execution, communication and management of large projects involving multiple and dependent disciplines Strong work ethic and ability to build internal and external relationships Proven ability to achieve objectives in a diverse and changing environment Strong analytical thinking with business acumen and management skills Ability to lead multi-cultural business and team Education High School diploma (or equivalent) and/or vocational training College Diploma, Business School or Hotel Management degree preferred Additional Information All Candidates must be in possession of identification proving authorization to work in the United States as defined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA). This Position does not offer sponsorship of Work Visas. Resumes submitted that cannot fulfill these requirements will not be considered. Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. Join our ‘ohana today: Visit our website to learn more about living and working for Fairmont Hawai’i. www.fairmonthawaiijobs.com Why work for Accor? You can discover a world where life pulses with passion! Join the Accor Group, an ecosystem of over 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle places, that welcome you. With us, your personality is valued, your opportunities for growth know no boundaries. Every action you take has a positive and memorable impact on the experience of our customers, your colleagues, and also, on the planet, contributing to pioneering the art of responsible hospitality. Hospitality is a work of heart! #fairmontcareers #alwayskealani Job-Category: Executive & Hotel Management Job Type: Permanent Job Schedule: Full-Time

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Responsibilities

The Regional Director of Sales and Marketing will lead the sales and marketing strategy for Fairmont Kea Lani, focusing on achieving revenue and business goals. They will collaborate with the Sales & Marketing Department and Directors in the region to maximize market share and drive top-line revenue performance.