Director of sales and marketing job descriptionthe director of sales and marketing is a seasoned executive with a proven track record of driving innovative sales and marketing strategies that achieve measurable results.this role requires a balanced understanding of local, regional, and key international feeder markets.the dosm will oversee the sales and marketing department's efforts to meet and/or exceed projected and budgeted rooms and events revenue for the hotel.they will work closely with the gm and corporate teams to strategically plan and set overall business goals and create opportunities to keep the hotel and f&b venues current.required skills and qualificationshigh school diploma or general education degree (ged), or equivalent combination of education and experience.
bachelor's degree in hospitality management preferred.five or more years of related and progressive sales experience in luxury hotel environments, with two years at a director level in a similar setting.prior 'lifestyle' hotel brand experience strongly preferred.experience working as a dosm in mexico, with knowledge of operating an internationally branded hotel as it relates to hotel operations, finances, employee & safety compliance, applicability of gdpr to guest and personnel matters.demonstrated in-depth knowledge of local, regional, and global markets, f&b, and travel and tourism trends.must speak english and spanish, additional languages proficiency a plus.strong knowledge and experience of strategic planning, brand management / creation, corporate communications, performance / roi analytics, budgeting / cost management, project management, partner / sponsor relations, lead generation.ability to effectively and confidently present financials, strategies, and other presentations in both oral and written form to all concerned stakeholders.business acumen and forward-thinking approach to analyzing business opportunities, proposing cost-management initiatives and efficiencies, short and long-term goal planning, budgeting, forecasting, business planning and profit and loss analytics.possess a lead-from-the-front mentality, constantly staying engaged with their team, serving as ambassador to the property as well as the hyatt brand.excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with ownership; corporate; hotel's management, employees, clients, and vendors; and the community.ability to communicate effectively and calmly handle challenges in the workplace, proposing corrective solutions when identifying challenges.must possess effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively and confidently present financials and other presentations in both oral and written form.knowledgeable in current health and safety guidelines related to covid-19 response management.proficient in computer systems including microsoft suite, and commonly used hospitality systems including: sales and catering planning/forecasting/management software, revenue management software, purchasing/inventory platforms, pms, pos.legal authorization to work in mexico.knowledgeable with all mexico applicable regulations and legislation, including health, safety & hygiene, employment legislation and financial reporting.benefitswe offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that fosters personal growth and teamwork.at our company, we care for people so they can be their best.this means having space to be yourself and making a real impact on our guests' experiences.