Assistant Director of Sales📣 Job Ad

Role Overview

Hilton is seeking an Assistant Director of Sales to join its team in Makkah, with responsibilities covering both Jeddah and Makkah. This full-time position is central to supporting the hotel’s sales strategy and contributing to the delivery of memorable guest experiences, reflecting Hilton's commitment to hospitality.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive sales within a key market segment by managing a designated vertical market, qualifying leads, conducting outreach, delivering proposals, and closing business to meet revenue goals.
• Support strategic sales planning by contributing to the hotel’s annual commercial strategy, aligning sales activities with business objectives, and collaborating with the broader commercial team.
• Execute targeted sales initiatives, representing the hotel at tradeshows, client events, and sales calls, while maintaining a robust pipeline for short- and long-term business.
• Enhance customer engagement by building relationships with clients, Hilton Worldwide Sales, Convention and Visitors Bureaus, and intermediaries, leading site inspections, and ensuring personalized client experiences.
• Support sales performance and processes by aligning day-to-day team activities with strategic goals and reinforcing business processes that drive revenue across Rooms, Catering, and Events.
• Track performance and market trends, monitoring business metrics, analyzing the competitive landscape, and adjusting tactics to meet evolving customer needs and market dynamics.
• Inspire and develop the team through recruitment, training, supervision, and mentorship, conducting performance evaluations, providing professional development, and recognizing achievements to build an engaged and high-performing team.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates for the Assistant Director of Sales position are required to have 5-10 years of relevant experience in sales, preferably within the hospitality industry. The role demands strong sales acumen, strategic thinking, and leadership capabilities to manage market segments and develop a sales team effectively.

Hilton's Core Values

Hilton's core values guide the qualities sought in every team member:

• A passion for Hospitality.
• Acting with Integrity.
• Inspiring others through Leadership.
• A belief that Teamwork drives outcomes.
• A sense of Ownership and accountability.
• A focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline.

About Hilton

Hilton is a global leader in hospitality, recognized for delivering exceptional guest experiences and fostering a supportive workplace for its team members. With a history of welcoming over 3 billion guests worldwide, Hilton maintains its founding vision of hospitality. The company's culture has earned repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune, reflecting its commitment to setting new standards in travel.

Work Environment

This full-time role is based in Makkah, covering operations across Makkah and Jeddah. Hilton supports the professional journey of its team members, providing opportunities for career development within a global hospitality organization.