About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the Location:
Soon to be one of the region's foremost luxury beachside destinations, The Red Sea will comprise of the idyllic natural islands and lagoons across 200 kms of coastline along the western coast of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, between the cities of Umluj and Al Wajh. The new Four Seasons Resort will be located on Shura Island, the hub of the development and home to a yacht marina, leisure and lifestyle facilities, retail offerings, an 18-hole golf course and more. The Red Sea destination is being built with sustainable practices and tourism at its core, with the masterplan being informed by an impressive marine spatial planning simulation to model the environmental impact of development and operations to minimize over-tourism while providing guests with an exceptional travel and lifestyle experience. The destination will also rely on renewable energy and will only develop a small portion of the islands with expansive dedicated conservation zones. The new Four Seasons Resort will offer approximately 149 rooms and suites, all with uninterrupted views over white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters. The property will also feature six restaurant and lounge outlets, meeting and events spaces, a marine discovery centre, Kids for All Seasons space and much more. Whether looking for rest and relaxation or sport and water activities, there will be something for everyone, including a full-service spa with a hammam, tennis courts, three outdoor pools with cabanas, and two separate beaches for families and adults perfect for soaking in the sun or diving down to explore the coral reefs.
About the Role:
The Director of Sales will lead the strategic planning and execution of all sales efforts at Four Seasons Resort Red Sea, driving revenue growth and market share while maintaining the highest levels of service and guest satisfaction. Reporting to the Director of Marketing, this role is instrumental in establishing the resort as a premier luxury destination.
What You Will Do:
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies to achieve revenue goals.
- Analyze market trends, identify business opportunities, and create targeted sales plans.
- Collaborate with the Director of Marketing to align sales initiatives with overall resort objectives.
Client and Partner Engagement
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, travel partners, and stakeholders.
- Represent the resort at industry events, trade shows, and sales missions to enhance visibility.
- Oversee contract negotiations and ensure alignment with the resort's goals and standards.
Team Management
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing sales team.
- Provide training and development opportunities to ensure professional growth.
- Foster a collaborative and goal-oriented culture within the sales department.
Revenue Management
- Monitor and analyze sales performance metrics to ensure alignment with financial objectives.
- Collaborate with revenue management to optimize pricing strategies and maximize profitability.
- Identify and address opportunities to improve conversion rates and client retention.
Operational Excellence
- Prepare and deliver detailed sales reports and forecasts to senior leadership.
- Ensure compliance with Four Seasons' sales standards and policies.
- Continuously innovate and adapt sales strategies to remain competitive in the market.
What You Bring:
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a senior sales role, preferably within luxury hospitality. Pre-opening experience is highly desirable.
- Education: Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
- Skills:
- Proven ability to lead and manage sales teams effectively.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Deep understanding of market trends and luxury hospitality sales strategies.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Languages: Fluency in Arabic and English is required.
- Eligibility: Must be eligible to work in Red Sea, Saudi Arabia.
What We Offer:
- Competitive net salary in a tax-free environment.
- State-of-the-art staff accommodation.
- 30 working days' vacation.
- 10 days public holidays annually.
- Complimentary employee meals.
- Medical and life insurance.
- Worldwide complimentary room nights with Four Seasons.
- Laundry and dry cleaning for work attire.
- Growth and development opportunities.
Schedule & Hours:
Full-time
