Director of Sales - Luxury Resort

Director of Sales - Luxury Resort – Bahamas (On-Property Role) The ideal candidate for this Director of Sales role is a confident, energetic leader who thrives in a dynamic setting and enjoys building structure, culture, and results from the ground up. You bring creativity to your approach, resilience to challenges, and a strong sense of ownership in everything you do. We are seeking an exceptional Director of Sales to join the leadership team at a premier luxury resort in the Bahamas. This is an on-island, on-property position suited for a dynamic and confident sales leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about building momentum, driving performance, and delivering results with creativity and energy. Reporting to the Director of Sales & Marketing, you will play a pivotal role in leading and executing commercial strategies across Group Sales, Catering, and Conference Services, ensuring alignment with the resort’s overall revenue goals and brand positioning. This is a true “builder” role—ideal for a hands‑on leader who can inspire teams, develop strong client relationships, and elevate the resort’s market presence. Qualifications & Experience • Proven leadership experience in a Director of Sales (or similar senior commercial role) within a luxury hotel or resort environment. • Mandatory experience in the Caribbean luxury hospitality market. • Strong background in group sales, catering, and conference services. • Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and motivate high‑performing teams. • Strategic thinker with a hands‑on, entrepreneurial approach. • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills. • High level of professionalism, presence, and emotional intelligence. Key Responsibilities • Lead, mentor, and inspire the sales, catering, and conference services teams to achieve and exceed revenue targets. • Develop and execute strategic sales plans focused on group, leisure, and event business segments. • Drive new business development while strengthening existing client and partner relationships. • Collaborate cross‑functionally with marketing, revenue management, and operations to optimize commercial performance. • Identify market trends, competitive insights, and emerging opportunities to enhance positioning and profitability. • Oversee sales forecasting, budgeting, and performance reporting. • Represent the resort at key industry events, trade shows, and client engagements. Compensation This position offers an annual salary of US$155,000, plus housing allowance, car allowance, generous bonus, relocation, and numerous company executive benefits.