Director of Sales & Marketing

Shangri-La Bosphorus, IstanbulShangri-La Hotels are five-star luxury hotels located in premier city addresses across Asia Pacific, North America, the Middle East, and Europe. "To treat a stranger as one of our own" characterizes the hospitality one can expect from Shangri-La. Discerning travellers will enjoy world-class service amidst tranquil surroundings, coupled with inspirational architecture and design. The finest dining experiences at every hotel and resort ensure that every palate is pampered. But what makes each stay truly memorable is something even more exquisite and rare - Shangri-La’s special kind of hospitality. Hospitality from the heart.

Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul, presenting 186 refined guest rooms and suites, provides a luxurious personal sanctuary to unwind amid enticing views of the city and the Bosphorus Strait. Our guests are greeted, as always, by warm and attentive service. The feeling of enchanting hospitality continues when our colleagues open the door to our guests The hotel, ideally located in the financial and entertainment district of Besiktas, yields breathtaking views of the Bosphorus Strait. As you step onto your private terrace, you are dazzled by the Strait's deep blue waters, a living line between two continents.

We are looking for a Director of Sales & Marketing.

As Director of Sales & Marketing, we rely on you toLead the sales and marketing teams in design and implementation of sales strategy with an objective to maximise hotel revenueParticipate in business reviews and annual budget processShare and present hotel performance to the hotel senior leadership team as well as the regional sales teams on a monthly basisLead and motivate the sales and marketing teamDrive sales and service standards of the teamBe responsible for effective implementation and compliance of all corporate standardsTake responsibility for overall branding, revenue and sales channels optimisation of the hotelWe are looking for someone who;Has a passion for Sales and MarketingExcellent presenter and communicator Is self-driven, goal-oriented, able to challenge the status quoUpholds professional values, ethics and integrity at all times Enjoys crafting creative and best-fit solutionsThinks outside of the box whilst leading change in the hotelPreferably has a Bachelor's degree or relevant experience in a similar roleUnderstands the global market and local environmentCommunicates and writes with fluency in English (as well as the local language)Has strong interpersonal skillsIf you are the right person, what are you waiting for? Click the apply button now !