Now Hiring - DC Global Talent - Director of Sales and Marketing in New York, NY

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*Director of Sales & Marketing Location: New York Compensation: $175,000 USD + Benefits + Commission Structure About the Opportunity: We are seeking a seasoned *Director of Sales & Marketing *to lead the commercial strategy for an ultra-luxury 5-star Caribbean property. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced sales and marketing leader with strong East Coast market expertise and deep relationships with luxury consortia to join a world-class team. The role is based in New York and will oversee all sales and marketing functions, managing a high-performing team and collaborating closely with the Director of Leisure Sales based in Florida. Key Responsibilities: * Develop and execute comprehensive sales and marketing strategies to drive revenue across all market segments (leisure, groups, corporate). * Manage and mentor a dedicated team including a Reservations Manager, Digital Marketing Manager, and Sales Manager. * Partner closely with the Director of Leisure Sales to ensure alignment on strategic leisure accounts and market activities. * Build and nurture strong relationships with key luxury travel consortia and agency networks (e.g., Forbes, Virtuoso, Signature, etc.). * Represent the property at major industry events, tradeshows, and client meetings, with a strong focus on the East Coast market. * Oversee all digital marketing initiatives, brand positioning, PR strategies, and distribution channels to maximize visibility and bookings. * Set annual budgets, forecasts, and KPIs, ensuring targets are met and exceeded. * Provide regular reporting on market trends, competitive analysis, and business opportunities to ownership and senior leadership. * Serve as the face of the property in the U.S. market, fostering long-term relationships with partners, agencies, and clients. Qualifications: * Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive sales and marketing leadership experience in the luxury hospitality sector. * Proven track record of success with luxury Caribbean or resort properties preferred. * Established relationships with leading luxury consortia and East Coast agency networks. * Deep knowledge of the East Coast luxury travel market, including New York, Boston, Washington D.C., and surrounding areas. * Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams (sales, reservations, digital marketing). * Strategic thinker with strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills. * Highly motivated, entrepreneurial, and able to thrive in a remote, market-based leadership role. * Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Why Join Us: * Represent one of the Caribbean's top ultra-luxury properties. * Work alongside an award-winning leadership team. * Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a lucrative commission structure. * Opportunity to build and elevate a brand in the luxury hospitality space