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Hotel Director of Sales for an Ultra-Luxury Wellness Resort - Bali, Indonesia (Business contacts with UHNW in Europe and Americas is requested)
Renard International Hospitality Search Consultants
📍 London
Job description
<p><strong><u> Hotel Director of Sales for an Ultra-Luxury Wellness Resort – Bali, Indonesia </u></strong><p><strong>(Business contacts with UHNW in Europe and Americas is requested)</strong></p><p></p><p> This is a rare opportunity to shape the commercial success of a visionary ultra-luxury wellness resort in one of the world’s most sought-after destinations. The role offers the chance to work closely with ownership, influence brand direction, and build a global sales platform from the ground up. </p><p></p><p> We are seeking a highly strategic and relationship-driven Director of Sales to lead the commercial positioning of an ultra-luxury wellness resort in Bali. This pivotal role will be responsible for driving revenue through curated distribution channels, strategic partnerships, and direct relationships with high-value clientele and global travel advisors. </p><p></p><p> Working in close collaboration with the General Manager and Founder, the Director of Sales will play a key role in shaping the resort’s market presence from pre-opening through launch and into ongoing operations. The position requires a refined understanding of ultra-luxury positioning, wellness-focused travel, and bespoke guest experiences, ensuring alignment across brand identity, pricing strategy, and revenue generation. </p><p></p><p><strong> Candidate Profile </strong></p><ol><li>5–10+ years of experience in luxury hospitality sales, with at least 2–3 years in a senior leadership role. </li><li> Proven track record in ultra-luxury or high-end boutique hotel/resort environments, ideally with wellness or experiential travel exposure. </li><li> Deep knowledge of the global luxury travel ecosystem, including travel advisors, consortia, and curated distribution channels. </li><li> Established network of high-value clients, travel advisors, and industry partners. </li><li> Strong understanding of key international feeder markets and cultural nuances </li></ol><p></p><p><strong> Key Responsibilities </strong></p><ol><li> Develop and execute a comprehensive global sales strategy across all segments, including luxury leisure, wellness retreats, private buyouts, and long-stay experiences. </li><li> Establish the resort’s positioning within the ultra-luxury and wellness travel space, ensuring differentiation in a competitive market. </li><li> Collaborate with the General Manager and Founder on pricing strategy, brand alignment, and revenue optimization. </li><li> Identify and cultivate key feeder markets, including the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, Australia, and Asia. </li><li> Build a highly targeted and effective distribution strategy, prioritizing quality over volume. </li><li> Drive direct business through bespoke client engagement and tailored sales approaches. </li><li> Build, develop, and maintain strong relationships with top-tier travel advisors, agencies, and luxury consortia, including networks such as Virtuoso and similar organizations. </li><li> Represent the resort at international trade shows, sales missions, and industry events. </li><li> Foster partnerships with wellness practitioners, retreat leaders, and lifestyle brands aligned with the resort’s philosophy. </li><li> Lead all sales-related pre-opening activities, including market intelligence, database development, and brand awareness initiatives. </li><li> Support the creation of sales tools, collateral, and messaging in line with brand standards. </li><li> Ensure a seamless transition from pre-opening to operational sales performance. </li><li> Drive revenue growth through strategic account management and proactive sales initiatives. </li><li> Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and performance metrics to refine strategies. </li><li> Prepare and present regular sales forecasts, reports, and business plans. </li></ol><p></p><p> <strong> Skills & Competencies </strong></p><ol><li> Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen. </li><li> Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills. </li><li> Highly polished communication and presentation abilities. </li><li> Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work in a pre-opening, evolving environment. </li><li> Detail-oriented with a strong sense of brand and guest experience alignment. </li><li> Willingness to travel internationally as required. </li></ol><p></p><p><strong> Education & Qualifications </strong></p><ol><li> Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field preferred. </li><li> Additional certifications or training in luxury sales, wellness tourism, or related disciplines are advantageous. </li></ol><p></p><p></p><p><strong> To Apply: </strong></p><p> Please send your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience to Mr. Steve Renard, President at steve@renardinternational.com </p><p></p><p> Best regards, </p><p></p><p><strong> Stephen J. 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