Director of Sales - Lifestyle Hotel in Rome

We are looking for an experienced and high-performing Sales Director to join this Lifestyle Hotel opening in Rome. We are searching for a candidate who has passion, is determined, and is goal-oriented.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Opening:

- Develop a comprehensive pre-opening sales and marketing plan, including strategies for generating pre-opening buzz and securing group and corporate bookings.
- Build and manage a high-performing sales team, recruiting and training top talent.
- Establish strong relationships with key industry partners, including travel agents, tour operators, and corporate accounts.




- Coordinate with the marketing team to develop effective marketing campaigns and promotional materials.
- Oversee the creation of sales collateral, including rate sheets, proposals, and presentations.
- Conduct site inspections and presentations for potential clients.

Post-Opening:

- Lead and direct the development and implementation of strategic sales and marketing plans.
- Develop, maintain, and implement strategies/action plans to generate revenues for the hotel.
- Help keep the company competitive and innovative.
- Promote high visibility of the hotel through active involvement in industry associations, trade shows, and other national and international activities.
- Manage, develop, and maximize team potential through recruitment, development, and training.
- Identify emerging market shifts while being fully aware of new products and competition status.
- Design and seize all advertising and public relations opportunities.
- Effectively manage all budgets to ensure optimum operating profit.
- Report, communicate, and present management information and KPI statistics to director and board level.
- Lead and support the growth of a small team on property.

Qualifications Required & Experience





- Successful track record as a Director of Sales / Director of Sales and Marketing or similar, consistently meeting (and exceeding) targets within Hotels.
- Good experience and understanding of the market of Upscale / Lifestyle Hotel & Resort is needed.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate, present, and influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the organization.
- A driven and dedicated commitment to success without sacrificing integrity.
- Strong computer skills (with understanding of digital and social media tools).
- Experience in creating local, international, and global strategy.
- Proven ability to drive the sales process from plan to close.
- Strong business sense and industry expertise.
- Excellent mentoring, coaching, and people management skills.
- Fluent in English and Italian; another European language is a plus.

Interested in this great challenge? Contact Beatrice with your updated CV.

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