ABOUT THE BRAND
Our name, Shangri-La, was inspired by James Hilton’s legendary novel “Lost Horizon”. Hilton’s book was about a tranquil haven in the mountains of the Himalayas, called Shangri-La, which cast a spell on all who resided there.
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts began in 1971 with our first luxury hotel in Singapore. Today, the group comprises over 100 hotels and resorts in key cities in the Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, and the Middle East. Based in Hong Kong, we are expanding globally with developments underway throughout Asia, Australia, and the Middle East.
ABOUT THE PROPERTY
Shangri-La Hotel, Jeddah will be housed in a prominent development with a 235-room hotel and serviced residences in Jeddah, the second-largest city in Saudi Arabia and the principal gateway to Mecca. Offering stunning views over the water, the hotel will feature four restaurants, function areas totaling 2,118 square meters, luxury spa and fitness areas, a swimming pool, a children’s club, and several lounges.
DUTIES
The Business Development Coordinator (BDC), under the guidance and supervision of the Director of Sales, is responsible for overseeing the day to day sales efforts of the Sales department and the implementation of the Shangri-La sales management system, training programs, and sales activity plans set forth in the hotel’s Marketing Plan, He/she is responsible for all the hotel Marketing functions, maximizing total hotel revenue market share, and optimization of profit returns.
REQUIREMENTS
This opportunity is for Saudi national only according to KSA ministry of Human Resources directions.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar position in a 5* hotel
Exceptional communications skills in English and Arabic (both written and spoken)
Bachelor’s degree.
Knowledge in Sales, Marketing, Revenue Management, Events Management, Communications and Reservations functions
Strong leadership & organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
A leader with the ability, to coach, train and develop others