Director Sales and Marketing - Chedi Wadi Safar

Role Overview

We are seeking a visionary and results-driven Director of Sales and Marketing to lead the commercial and marketing strategy for Chedi Wadi Safar, an ultra-luxury, boutique-style hospitality property. In this pivotal ONSITE role, you will play a central part in positioning the property as a premier destination for discerning travelers, with a strong focus on international and GCC markets. Your leadership will be instrumental in driving revenue growth, expanding market share, and cultivating a loyal base of high-value clientele through strategic sales initiatives and innovative marketing campaigns.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute comprehensive sales and marketing strategies tailored to the ultra-luxury hospitality sector, ensuring alignment with the property’s long-term vision and market positioning.
• Financial Stewardship: Oversee budget formulation, set realistic revenue forecasts, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive financial excellence and commercial viability.
• Market Expansion: Identify, cultivate, and expand target market segments, with a primary focus on high-end international travelers and GCC clientele, including key markets in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).
• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, enduring relationships with high-profile clients, partners, and stakeholders to maximize revenue opportunities and foster guest loyalty.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams across departments to ensure seamless integration of marketing efforts with commercial objectives and operational excellence.
• Market Intelligence: Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities to proactively adapt strategies and maintain a competitive edge in the luxury hospitality landscape.
• Brand Visibility: Lead the execution of integrated, multi-channel marketing campaigns designed to enhance brand awareness, drive direct bookings, and elevate the property’s reputation as a market leader.
• Industry Representation: Represent Chedi Wadi Safar at high-profile industry events, trade shows, and networking forums, serving as an ambassador for the property’s brand and values.

Qualifications and Experience

To excel in this role, you must possess a minimum of 8 years of progressive leadership experience in sales and marketing within the ultra-luxury or boutique hospitality sector. A proven track record in developing and implementing high-impact marketing plans and commercial strategies for luxury properties is essential. Your expertise should include strong commercial acumen, budgeting, and forecasting capabilities, as well as a deep understanding of market segmentation and revenue optimization techniques.

Ideally, you will have extensive experience operating within the GCC region, with a preference for candidates with direct exposure to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) market. While not mandatory, additional advantages include local residency in KSA or neighboring GCC countries, prior experience in the Middle East’s luxury hospitality segment, and multilingual proficiency, particularly in Arabic and/or other major regional languages.

Why Join Us?

As the Director of Sales and Marketing at Chedi Wadi Safar, you will have the opportunity to lead a landmark luxury hospitality project, shaping its commercial trajectory and establishing it as a benchmark in the industry. We offer a competitive remuneration package with a performance-driven bonus structure, ensuring your contributions are recognized and rewarded. Enjoy comprehensive health and wellness benefits, as well as access to professional growth and leadership development programs within a prestigious international hospitality group. This is a dynamic and supportive ONSITE role, providing you with the platform to make a lasting impact in one of the world’s most exciting and rapidly evolving markets.