Director of Business Development (Manila Based)

Shangri-La Boracay

Located in the country’s premier beach destination, Shangri-La’s Boracay is a luxurious and serene haven for vacationers. Dramatically situated on a hillside in a flourishing nature reserve at the northern tip of Boracay Island, the 12-hectare resort is a 10-minute drive from the popular White Beach. The resort offers 219 rooms including 36 villas and suites; comprehensive leisure facilities; 350 meters of secluded beachfront; and a thriving ecosystem of diverse flora and fauna. Within the resort, guests may find a tranquil escape in Chi, The Spa.

As Director of Business Development,we rely on you to:

• Work in coordination with DOSM to produce the annual Marketing Plan and Budget.
• Implement all sales action plans related to his/her market areas as outlined in the marketing plan.
• Attend primary travel functions (i.e. trade shows and promotional events), and organize familiarization trips, trade shows, and exhibitions.
• Research new sources of business within the three main market segments (Corporate, MICE, Tour Operators).
• Create and control monthly sales statistics and reports.
• Maintaina high level of exposure for the hotel in major market areas through direct sales solicitation, telephone, fax, telex contacts written communication.

We are looking for someone who:

• Currently in a leadership role, managing people
• Preferably with 3-5 years experience in Travel Sales
• Overseas trade show participation
• Has strong communication skills
• Possess strong negotiation skills
• Is flexible and well-organized

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