Director of Sales & Marketing

What we trust you with

• In charge of the Sales & Marketing department (Sales, Marketing, PR, Revenue, Reservations, Group & Event Sales) and ensure a guest, client, owner and profit oriented running of the department.
• live and breathe the Almanac brand standards and be role model to the team and all hotel employees
• Train and guide the direct reports and respective department personnel in the performance of their duties as to specific position responsibilities, performance techniques, reporting procedures, etc.
• Clear communication for vision of property, in various presentation formats, for engagement with clients and support team in closing business
• PR oriented way of driving the business for maximum results
• Revenue minded leadership with a comfort level with forecasting and revenue strategy and ability to optimize pricing for RevPAR
• Marketing and PR minded. Create storytelling according to the branding guidelines, execute Marketing and PR strategy and write, tell and live the property’s story.
• Identify and work partners for collaborations to position hotel and brand on the local and international market
• Monitor and identify current and future business trends to ensure profitable sales in periods of low and high demand
• Create, manage and implement the annual Sales & Marketing budget, considering the overall company vision, goals and financial resources
• Plan, organise and participate in sales related travel, trade fairs and road-shows according to the budget
• Coordinate and manage the International Sales and PR Agencies and Regional Directors of Sales acting on behalf of the hotel
• Regular market research and competitive analysis
• Active networking with local, national and international Marketing Organisations
• Independent management of travel plans, bookings and expense reports, considering the previously agreed budget

What makes you a match

• 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role mandatory
• Previous experience within the Luxury Market
• Passion for flawless service, tenacity and the highest level of integrity and work ethic
• Deliver bespoke experiences for clients and employees
• Calm and strategic under pressure – opening hotel
• Pro-active and able to handle multiple objectives during fluctuating priorities, with a solution-oriented implementer and problem-solving approach
• Strong leadership skills to manage diverse employee group with a wide range of experience, resulting in a positive working environment for not only Sales and Marketing, but across all Divisions
• Inclusive decision maker, good listener, clear communicator and influencer – someone who can bring the team along with them for maximum follow through
• Strong background in both group meeting and individual travel sales as the hotel will target these important segments.

What´s in it for you

• Mutual appreciation and team spirit
• Varied and challenging activities with a high degree of personal responsibility
• Different working time models - 4 or 5 day week, part-time or full-time? Discuss the options with our department managers directly in the job interview. 
• The Wiener Linien ticket, so you can get to work safely!    
• Free cleaning of your work clothes
• Free (!) employee restaurant - freshly cooked meals await you here every day
• Our hearts are celebrated, whether at small team outings or at our Alman(i)ac parties
• Electronic time recording system, so you don't lose any overtime
• Inhouse Experience - of course together with a person of your heart
• Employee rates in our sister hotels

As a Director of Sales & Marketing, together with your team, you create a place where we invite our guests into the living experience of travel. A sensual place where we create lasting impressions through meaningful gestures.

For this position (full time) the gross minimum salary of € 2.405,--, of the KV for employees in the hotel industry applies.

However, we see the value of your qualifications and experience and clearly agree your salary individually with you personally.