At Hotel Indigo, we welcome all guests into our neighborhood and share our love for the place we call home. We inspire them to explore and discover different perspectives, so everyone one of them can create new stories of their own. Set in the food mecca that is Adelaide Central Markets, this is a hotel for locals and visitors alike.
Inspiring truly memorable neighbourhood experiences is what we are known for. At one of IHG's leading lifestyle properties, and the first Hotel Indigo launched in Australia, we’re looking for an experienced Director of Sales and Marketing with the strategic acumen to drive hotel performance and ensure we achieve our commercial goals.
With a hands-on approach, the Director of Sales & Marketing will develop and execute comprehensive sales and marketing strategies, whilst building brand awareness and cultivating relationships with key stakeholders.
Hotel Indigo Adelaide Markets is a high performing operation; 145 accommodation rooms, an established restaurant - Market & Meander, and the iconic Merrymaker Rooftop Bar, with a limited conference & events space. This role would suit an existing Director of Sales & Marketing with experience in an operation of similar complexity.
Each day is different, but you'll mostly be:
Proactively managing daily sales and marketing activities
Ensuring revenue, sales and marketing strategies are set, tactical plans are created and implemented, and results are monitored and achieved to maximise profitability
Developing and implementing sales plans that drive measurable incremental occupancy, increased average rates, increased volume, food and beverage and conference & events sales
Analysing current and potential market and sales trends, coordinating activities to increase revenue and market share and monitoring performance to ensure actual sales meet or exceed established revenue plan
Driving the development, implementation and optimisation of the Hotel marketing efforts
Participating in the development of the annual commercial budget, alongside the General Manager
Establishing and maintaining relationships with potential clients, corporate partners, event planners, and local businesses
Forming strategic external alliances and partners to support the Hotel’s positioning and actively promoting the Hotel and brand through community and professional involvement
Leading, developing and coaching your team to deliver to their full potential, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
What we need from you:
Previous experience as a Director of Sales & Marketing in a lifestyle or premium brand hotel, of a similar size and operation
Ability to work proactively and take accountability for workload and key deliverables
Demonstrated experience creating and achieving sales goals and revenue generation targets
Proven knowledge and application of marketing concepts
Strong knowledge of local businesses and business trends
A passion for and proactive approach to building and cultivating relationships
The ability to build, motivate and lead an effective team that delivers results and is highly engaged
Proficiency in using systems and computer applications
Strong time management skills and meticulous attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must have the full and unrestricted right to work in Australia
What you can expect from us: Let’s #GoFurtherTogether and experience a place where you can be yourself, share your ideas, support your personal growth and wellbeing, and be a valued member of an inspirational team.
You’ll be rewarded for your hard work with a range of benefits that support you throughout your IHG career journey.
Monthly mobile allowance
Proactive paid wellness and mental health days
Paid birthday leave - hip hip hooray!
Enhanced parental leave
Some of the best discounts across our IHG Hotels & Resorts for accommodation and food & beverage
A massive discounts platform for all your favourite brands and retailers - to help your salary go further
Most importantly, your career journey will be supported through our lifelong development programs, IHG career milestone celebrations, and transfer of leave entitlements as you move and grow with IHG.
To find out more about Hotel Indigo Adelaide Markets visit - https://adelaide.hotelindigo.com/
Follow us on Instagram and Facebook - @hotelindigoadelaidemarkets
Follow us on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/hotel-indigo-adelaide-markets/
Bring your story, to inspire new ones.
Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.
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