Sales Manager – GCC – Burj Al Arab
Published | November 7, 2023 |
Location | Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
Category | Sales / Marketing / Business Development |
Job Type | Full-time |
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
For more than two decades, Jumeirah Group, a member of Dubai Holding, has been making a distinct mark on the global hospitality market with its unwavering Stay Different™ brand promise.
Its award-winning destinations, including the iconic Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, position service beyond expectations, signature dining experiences and artful surroundings at the heart of every guest experience.
Today, Jumeirah operates a world-class portfolio of 26 properties across the Middle East, Europe and Asia, and employs over 9,000 colleagues, representing over 120 nationalities.
As Jumeirah continues to expand its global portfolio and scale up its operations to the next level of growth, we remain fully committed to developing and empowering our colleagues to excel in world-class environments.
Jumeirah is committed to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion in all its practices, embracing a culture that celebrates diversity.
Dubai's most iconic hotel and a global icon of Arabian luxury, Burj Al Arab Jumeirah is the flagship hotel of Jumeirah Group’s portfolio of exceptional properties, representing a timeless pinnacle of luxury.
One of the world’s most photographed superstructures, the elegant sail-shaped hotel redefines the meaning of luxury hospitality both in Dubai and around the world. Dedicated to creating memorable moments, Burj Al Arab Jumeirah is home to some of Dubai’s most exquisite dining experiences, from the MICHELIN starred and Gault&Millau’s three toque Al Muntaha to the ultimate lifestyle destination, SAL.
About the Job:
The candidate joining the world famous, Burj Al Arab Jumeirah as Sales Manager responsible for the GCC region, will be part of the dynamic Proactive sales team.
Responsible for the performance of their given geographic source market, the candidate will develop their action plan in line with the broader sales, marketing and commercial strategy. The candidate will proactively manage existing accounts, including performance, trade opportunities and relationships, whilst developing new business, locally and abroad.
The candidate working as part of the superb team, will also demonstrate fantastic company spirit, as they work to achieve the broader hotel and team targets. This role requires an influential, creative and innovative approach to sales activities, as well as excellent selling, & negotiation skills.
The candidate will enjoy, in line with their action plan, organizing their sales trips as well as attending other scheduled Jumeirah Global Sales Missions & Roadshows. Exceptional interpersonal skills and superb networking ability will be required.
About you:
The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:
- Business or Hospitality related degree from an internationally recognized institution.
- Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar position within the luxury hospitality industry.
- Fluent in Arabic, both written and spoken is essential, additional languages desirable.
- Very organized and disciplined, dedicated and loyal.
About the benefits:
We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer generous F&B benefits, reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package, flights home, accommodation, life insurance, functional incentives and other employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant looking for a career with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.