Cluster Assistant Director of Sales

  • Full-time
  • Company Location: Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles

Company Description

 

Contemporary, relaxed and imaginative. Be it a leisurely family break or romantic escape, AVANI Hotels & Resorts provides the right space for guests who value the details that matter.

Job Description

Sales Strategy & Execution

  • Assist the Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing in defining and implementing the cluster sales strategy, aligned with corporate goals, brand standards and local market dynamics.
  • Provide input into and help manage the annual sales & marketing plan, including segment breakdowns, target setting and resource allocation.
  • Drive proactive solicitation activities: sales calls, site inspections, trade shows, fam trips, client engagement.
  • Identify and develop new business opportunities in assigned markets (domestic, regional, and international) and segments (leisure, corporate, groups, weddings, MICE).
  • Maintain and grow existing key account relationships (tour operators, wholesalers, corporate clients, luxury travel advisors) to secure repeat business and maximize yield.
  • Collaborate with Revenue Management, Reservations and Marketing to ensure pricing, packaging, occupancy and ADR are optimized.

Team Leadership & Development

  • Support the recruitment, training, coaching and performance management of the sales team across both resorts.
  • Establish and monitor individual and team sales targets; review performance regularly and drive corrective action when needed.
  • Promote a high‐performing sales culture, through leading by example, sharing best practice, maintaining strong product knowledge and brand / service standards.
  • Provide timely and accurate reporting on sales activities, forecasts, pipelines, market trends, and competitor insights to senior management.

Operational & Financial Management

  • Assist in setting and monitoring the departmental budget, forecasting and revenue projections.
  • Ensure all sales contractual obligations, proposals, group bookings and space releases are processed accurately and efficiently.
  • Work closely with other departments (Operations, F&B, Weddings/Events, Marketing) to deliver a seamless guest experience and convert bookings into outstanding stays.
  • Monitor market intelligence (demand, competition, emerging segments, travel trends) and incorporate into sales tactics and action planning.

Brand & Guest Relationship

  • Represent the cluster at industry events, trade shows, sales missions and client site visits to boost brand visibility and capture new business.
  • Uphold the brand values and service standards of both AVANI+ and Anantara resorts, ensuring guest satisfaction aligns with the sales promise.
  • Engage in client entertainment, site inspections and familiarization trips to deepen relationships and enhance the guest/sales journey.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Marketing or related field (or equivalent).
  • Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in hotel/resort sales in an international environment, preferably in luxury or upscale brands; cluster or multi-property experience is a strong advantage.
  • Proven track-record of achieving sales targets, developing key accounts, and leading a sales team.
  • Excellent understanding of hotel sales dynamics, group, packages/weddings, and agency/distribution channels.

 

Skills & Attributes

  • Strong commercial acumen, analytical skills, with the ability to interpret market data, forecast, and adjust strategy accordingly.
  • Exceptional networking and relationship-building skills; confident presenting to senior clients and stakeholders.
  • Excellent communication skills in English.
  • Ability to lead, motivate and develop a sales team; high energy, results-driven, proactive and self-motivated.
  • Strategic thinker with hands-on execution capability; able to manage multiple tasks, deadlines and properties simultaneously.

Additional Information

We are recruiting this role for Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles & Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas. This position reports to the Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing. This position is for local.

 

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