Commercial Director (Pre opening) Hilton Airport📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Hilton is seeking a Commercial Director (Pre-opening) for its Hilton Airport property in Dammam, Eastern Region. This full-time role involves leading the commercial strategy and execution for the hotel, ensuring top-line performance and market share growth across various revenue streams. The position requires a minimum of 10 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated commercial strategies across all revenue streams, including Group, Conference, and Events (GCE), Rooms, Food and Beverage, Leisure, and Spa.
• Collaborate with General Managers and Finance to align commercial decisions with revenue goals, optimize cost of sales, and achieve profit and margin targets.
• Oversee revenue management practices, including pricing, rate strategies, demand forecasting, and business reviews, to optimize revenue across all segments.
• Coordinate on-property and regional sales, marketing, eCommerce, and public relations activities to support brand positioning and drive demand.
• Monitor market trends, assess the competitive landscape, and adjust commercial strategies to adapt to evolving market conditions.
• Build and maintain relationships with owners, operators, Hilton corporate teams, and external partners to align goals and create long-term commercial value.
• Drive team engagement and retention through performance management, professional development, and recognition programs.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in a relevant commercial role.
• Demonstrated passion for hospitality.
• Ability to act with integrity and uphold ethical standards.
• Proven leadership capabilities.
• Strong commitment to teamwork and collaborative outcomes.
• A sense of ownership and accountability for results.
• Focus on timely execution and discipline in daily tasks.

About Hilton

Hilton is a global hospitality company recognized for its workplace culture and commitment to guest experiences. The company has received recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. Hilton focuses on providing a supportive environment for its team members and delivering high standards of service across its brands.

Team Member Benefits

Hilton invests in the wellbeing of its Team Members, offering a range of benefits that may vary based on location and employment terms. These include travel perks through the Go Hilton program, paid parental leave for eligible Team Members, crisis concierge services, and mental health resources via the Care for All hub, which in many countries includes free counseling through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).