Sales Manager - Asian Market - Madinat Jumeirah Resort

MADINAT JUMEIRAH 

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 28 properties across the Middle East, Europe and Asia. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the brand is now renowned worldwide for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels and luxury residences. From the contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Jumeirah Olhahali Island to the art-inspired Jumeirah Capri Palace in Italy and the modern twist on a British classic at Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the brand has become synonymous with warm and generous service and the ability to craft distinctive and purposeful experiences that bring joy to guests from across the world.   

Madinat Jumeirah, Jumeirah’s mega-resort is home to four ultra-luxurious hotels – Jumeirah Al Naseem, Jumeirah Al Qasr, Jumeirah Mina Al Salam and Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf – all nestled within 3km of picturesque waterways connected by traditional abras. The megaresort boasts 2km of pristine beach, the award-winning Talise Spa and state-of-the-art fitness and leisure facilities, as well as exclusive accommodations ranging from penthouses and suites to private summerhouse experiences with unrivalled benefits including a leading conference and banqueting center. Madinat Jumeirah is also home to over 50 world-class restaurants and bars, as well as a traditional souk featuring Arabian shopping stands, barrows and stalls with a blend of boutique brands, souvenir gift shops, and luxury fashion and jewelry outlets.   

About the Job: 

About the Job:

An opportunity has arisen for a Leisure Sales Manager – Asian Market to join Madinat Jumeirah Resort. 

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Produce and implement an account development plan for each managed account to achieve maximum revenue in both short and long term.
• Assist in the execution of the annual commercial plan of the SBUs within the area of responsibility.
• Monitor and feedback competitors’ activities and respond to them appropriately.
• Maintain high profile network across the geographical area given and actively prospect new business opportunities.
• Continuously source new business through research of media and market intelligence. 
• Attend overseas trade shows, key client events, FAM trips and sales trips as planned and submitted at the beginning of each year.
• Be fully up to date with budgeted/actual/forecast targets of the SBUs as well as own segment and individual target. 
• Responsible to continuously secure marketing opportunities to position the brand and drive sales with trade partners.
• Manage the marketing activities’ yearly budget for Europe Market with the help of the ADOS.
• Develop and maintain a close working relationship with GSO’s and SBU’s.
• Assist and coach the sales coordinator/intern in their day-to-day activities

About you:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality, Business or equivalent from an accredited and renowned University.
• At least 3 years of sales and marketing experience, preferably with an international hospitality company or a recognized blue-chip organization.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin or Cantonese.
• Excellent sales skills and proven ability to influence clients to lead to higher revenue generations
• Creative and innovative approach to sales activities

About the Benefits:

We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer generous F&B benefits, reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package, flights home, life insurance, functional incentives and other employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant looking for a career with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.