Director Of Sales And Marketing

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. With 382 rooms and suites spread across two towers, Hyatt Regency Panama City offers an unrivaled experience. Guests will enjoy a variety of restaurants, a wine bar and coffee shop, state-of-the-art fitness center, pool and central location in the Panamanian capital's thriving business district.

As a member of the properties Executive Committee, the Director of Sales is a highly visible role with exposure to Senior and Corporate leadership.

The Director of Sales has direct oversight of the Sales and Marketing operation of the hotel. The DOS has responsibility
 of the Sales and Marketing Budget/P&L, revenue forecasting, advertising, marketing, developing and writing business
 plans, and ownership meetings. The DOS is responsible for the supervision of Sales managers, trainees, interns, and
 administrative staff. Additional responsibilities include the recruitment and hiring of Sales staff, training, managing and
 coaching sales managers in their selling process in order to meet company goals and maximize hotel revenues. Must
 be proficient in general computer knowledge and able to train and monitor both the group and transient contractual
 agreement process, quoting rates, sending referrals, setting traces, and the management of retention, reactivation, and
 acquisition accounts. The DOS reports directly to the General Manager and Regional Vice President of Sales responsible
 for the hotel. Communication and organizational skills are of the utmost importance. 
 
Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's
 career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are
 ready for you. 
 
This is not your typical career opportunity. This is the Hyatt Touch. 

• 6 years or more of progressive hotel Sales experience (typically with Hyatt)
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic
   backgrounds
• With opening hotels, previous hotel pre-opening experience preferred 
• Demonstrated history of success 
• Knowledge / Experience in the San Jose market
• Results driven, energetic, and focused
• Service oriented style with professional presentations skills
• Hotel/Hospitality degree an asset
• Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, proven track record in high
   volume concept, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service and ability to improve the
   bottom line
• Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in English
• Bilingual - Spanish, English
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel