The Director, Travel Vertical lead will be a part of the Acceptance team within the Merchant Sales and Acquiring (MS&A) hub organization. This is a team of thought leaders and execution-focused specialists who deploy acceptance growth initiatives and seller-side solutions to catalyse acceptance growth across Asia Pacific. The team is also the regional co-ordination point and interface into the global verticals and segments and drives the overall strategy for multiple initiatives to grow Visa’s acceptance footprints.

As a key member of this team based in Asia Pacific, you will be the business lead responsible for identifying and delivering on opportunities within the Travel vertical with client segments such as airlines, hotels and other travel partners/enablers. You will leverage your deep domain expertise of travel and payments to help grow Merchant Sales & Acquiring opportunities through enhancing customer experience, optimizing payment performances and driving revenue growth for both the clients and Visa. This role will report to Head of Acceptance in AP.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Build, own and drive Visa’s Travel segment strategy for merchants, acquirers, and enablers across the Travel value-chain in Asia Pacific.
• Be the subject-matter-expert to grow Visa acceptance, cobrands opportunities, acceptance solutions and various payment flows with travel merchants (eg: airlines, hotels, OTAs) as identified in the regional Travel strategy.
• Engage with ecosystem players including airlines, hotels, aggregators, travel enablers, travel associations, GDS and others to identify and build opportunities/partnerships to grow Acceptance in Travel, update on trends and obtain industry feedback.
• Collaborate with key partners - both internal and external – in defining and executing Visa’s Travel Acceptance strategy in the region, Specifically, this includes building compelling sales collateral, developing a sales pipeline, co-pitching with respective Account Executives, partnering with Product teams to define appropriate products/services, Portfolio Optimization and building commercial arrangements where required.
• Front client engagements on relevant products/solutions such as Co-Brands, CyberSource, Tokenization etc and articulate Visa value proposition in Travel customer-centric language
• Increase Visa share of processed volume and grow Visa revenue (from core and Value-added Services) in the Travel vertical
• Be a thought leader and champion of innovation by staying current with industry trends, representing Visa in Travel forums and market activities as a subject matter expert
• Work closely with marketing and respective Global/Regional Travel teams (including VCS, VCA) where required to evolve the Visa value proposition, products, and platforms globally to meet client/market needs in this ecosystem and drive future growth.

Summary

Supports the Sales team in the coordination and back-end administration of sales activities.

Job Responsibilities · Assist the sales team in secretarial and administrative support.

Act as a contact person between the client and the hotel in the absence of Director of Sales & Marketing, Director of Sales, Asst Director of Sales, Sales Team.

Ensure all correspondences are effectively copied to all relevant departments and regional offices and traces dates effectively followed up.

Handle telephone calls to take messages, new enquiries, check room availability.

Ensure all leads are answered to and proposals are followed up with 8 hours.

Be accountable for all targets and goals set for area of responsibility.

Perform other reasonable duties assigned by the assigned by the Management.

• Direct and manage all group, transient, and sales activities to maximize revenue for the area hotels within their scope of responsibility
• Works with management team to create and implement sales plan addressing revenue, customers and segments managed by individual sales team members.
• Prepare, implement and compile data for the strategic sales plan, monthly/annual SMART goals, annual goals, sales budget, forecasts and other reports as directed/required
• Together with Director of Revenue Management, develop rates, group ceilings and deployment strategies through review of competitive data, demand analysis and mix management
• Implement promotions and offers
• Recruit, direct, manage, train and counsel sales employee to ensure maximum revenue potential
• Lead, direct and participate in sales presentations, and client meetings
• Conduct and attend daily business review meetings, weekly strategic sales meetings, management meetings and other meetings as required/ requested
• Represent the hotel in the community and industry organizations and events when applicable
• Recommend, supervise, administer and ensure timely completion of all activities of the Sales Department
• Develop a complete knowledge of company sales policies and SOP’s, and ensure knowledge of and adherence to those policies by the sales team
• Develop and maintain market awareness to ensure ability to predict revenue opportunities and set proactive strategies
• Recommend and monitor sales goals and maximize revenue
• Operate the Sales Department within established sales expense budget
• Initiate and follow up on sales leads
• Monitor production of all top accounts and evaluate trends within said market; ensure sales employee is held accountable for those accounts within their respective territories
• Coordinate all non-group transient sales and catering solicitations to maximize market mix
• Administer training in the Sales department

Monitor all day-to-day activities of direct reports

• Assist in the preparation of required reports in a timely manner
• Conduct weekly sales meetings and daily line ups
• Conduct regular business review meetings with Sales employee and General Manager
• Be familiar with all Mondrian Singapore Duxton sales policies and selling techniques with an emphasis on maximizing occupancy, Average Daily Rate (ADR) and Food & Beverage revenue
• Conduct all Sales Team performance reviews
• Motivate, coach, counsel and discipline all Sales department personnel aligned with Mondrian Singapore Duxton policies and code of conduct
• Conduct a professional, thorough site inspection of the hotel with clients, exhibiting key features and benefits of the property, and ensure that all Sales Managers conduct thorough site inspections
• Develop strategies to increase and maximize market share from competitors

Summary of Responsibilities:

Establish lead generation & acquire new accounts to achieve group and FIT revenue goals based on market segmentation and budget

Achieve performance goals set based on assigned portfolio.

Ensure total account management of sales portfolio, plan sales activities and set sales priorities to achieve the revenue goals for all segments

Adopt Collaborative approach with reactive sales team to achieve group & event conversion goal

Develop account qualifications criteria and use market research to identify priority markets/ accounts and to assure proactive coverage to all major market segments

Maximizing the use of resources to penetrate new accounts to achieve new business goals

Weekly update of sales activities and other sales reports as needed

Develop ongoing relationships with the clients to ensure business continuity

Involvement in sales related projects and activities as assigned

Understanding of Job Descriptions, Goals, SOP of Sales Department

 Adhere to established personnel policies and procedures of the hotels

Participate in development and execution of hotel marketing plan to identify sources of group business to the hotel and establish solicitation programs to maximize sales

Participate in development of sales action plan to formulate measurable strategy and actions to achieve sales performance

Monitor forecast & production of own group and FIT segments and identify valley periods of sales emphasis to drive revenue

Maintain close and open communication with other departments

Maintain timely communication internal & external stake holders & ensure response in a timely & professional manner

 Coordinate communication between Sales and Other Departments to assure awareness of bookings and sales programs

Maintain timely and responsive communication with accounts and prospects

Comply with hotel and department policies and procedures at all times

To carry out other duties as and when assigned by the Management of the Hotel

Informa Festivals are not your ordinary B2B events; they are dynamic gatherings that infuse energy into every facet of a tech professional’s journey.

Informa Festivals is where innovation meets opportunity, and our Asia flagship event, Asia Tech X Singapore, is a testament to that promise. As the heartbeat of the tech world, Asia Tech X Singapore converges the brightest minds, the boldest ideas, and the latest breakthroughs in technology. Imagine a place and time where the most influential figures in the tech industry converge, where innovative ideas and cutting-edge technologies take center stage. With a laser focus on key topics such as AI, cybersecurity, metaverse, and Web3.0, our events are a playground for those who thrive on the cutting edge. At the heart of all Informa festivals lies the essence of true connection—a catalyst for trust and collaboration. As firm believers in the power of events in connecting people to inspire genuine positive change in the world, we specialize in crafting an environment that nurtures structured serendipity, fostering meaningful connections and sparking creativity.

As an Apprentice, Event Marketing, you will play a crucial role in assisting our marketing team in various aspects of marketing and promotional activities. You will be responsible for producing and deploying social media and digital content, executing email marketing campaigns, and collaborating with media and other partners to enhance our brand's visibility. Additionally, you will be involved in managing on-site marketing activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Produce and Deploy Social Media and Digital Content:

• Create engaging and relevant content for social media platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
• Schedule and post content on social media channels.
• Monitor social media engagement and respond to comments and messages.
• Assist in developing and implementing digital marketing strategies.

Execute EDM Campaigns:

• Collaborate with the marketing team to create email marketing campaigns.
• Manage email lists and segment them for targeted outreach.
• Schedule and send promotional emails.
• Analyze email campaign performance and suggest improvements.

Engage, Onboard, and Monitor Media and Other Partners:

• Identify potential media and promotional partners.
• Develop relationships with partners and coordinate joint promotional activities.
• Monitor partner performance and report on key metrics.
• Ensure partners adhere to branding and messaging guidelines.

Provide and Manage Onsite Marketing Activities:

• Assist in the planning and execution of onsite marketing events and activities.
• Coordinate logistics for marketing events and ensure materials are prepared.
• Collect and analyse data from onsite activities to measure their effectiveness.

About the job

Reporting to the Shopkeeper of the respective Home Furnishing department, the Sales Associate provides excellent sales service to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction, ensuring the IKEA basic merchandising standards are met to give customers a positive shopping experience.

Your assignment

• Ensuring high level of customers’ satisfaction by assessing customers’ needs, providing information and assistance when required.
• Ensuring your department is clean and tidy, with items properly displayed, priced and fully stocked.
• Actively steering top selling and prioritized products to maximize sales.

ROLE : Inside Sales Operation Support - Order and Logistic Management

• Sales Order Excellence: Take the helm of our sales order process, ensuring each customer’s journey from order to fulfillment is seamless and satisfying. To manage the accounts assigned to you by increasing the sales and developing new sales
• Logistic Coordination : Assign to SG logistics management , keeping our warehouse operations effective , support regular stock takes that inform business strategy and support sales success.
• Strategic Material & Stock Coordinating: Play a vital role as team member for internal Sale and Operation to collaborate with PMC , Sales and Product team to ensure stable supply chain and quality .
• Operational Dynamo: Propel efficiency through your involvement in the inbound and outbound logistics, demonstrating an eye for improvement and a knack for problem-solving.
• Customer Success Advocate: Act as a key contributor to our commitment to customer satisfaction, where your efforts in order execution and delivery management result in triumphant customer experiences.
• Other tasks assigned by supervisory or management

• Candidate must possess at least a diploma or above cert
• Must be keen in sales
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Able to work both independently and as an effective team member
• Bilingual proficiency in Mandarin and English will be advantageous
• 1 to 2 years relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the sales and business development for assigned area.
• Promoting the company's existing brands and introducing new products to the market.
• Analysing budgets, preparing annual budget plans, scheduling expenditures, and ensuring that the sales team meets their quotas and goals.
• Develop and implement sales and marketing plan and strategies to achieve sales result
• Participate actively in commercial and technical clarification based on customers’ requirements.
• Actively explore business opportunities and expand market share.
• Maintaining relationships with important clients by making regular visits, understanding their needs, and anticipating new marketing opportunities.
• Researching and developing marketing opportunities and plans, understanding consumer requirements, identifying market trends, and suggesting system improvements to achieve the company's marketing goals.
• Gathering, investigating, and summarizing market data and trends to draft reports.
• Implementing new sales plans and advertising.
• Develop and coordinate promotional as well as collateral materials like brochures, videos, binders and trade show graphics etc.
• Provides information by collecting, analysing, and summarizing data and trends.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Mathematics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience in management may be advantageous.
• Understanding and knowledge of sales and marketing.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and creative thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of data analysis and report writing.
• The ability to understand and follow company policies and procedures.
• The ability to work under pressure.
• Availability to work on public holidays and weekends.
• Short notice to start work will be an advantage.
• Prior experience in the retail industry will be an advantage.
• Only Singaporean and PR can apply due to quota limitation.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Medical reimbursement
• Birthday leave

Position Summary

Role and Responsibilities

Online Marketing Intern

This role manages campaigns and drives activities leading to online sales growth. Key Projects include but not limited to: Bank promotion, Rewards program, Rating & Reviews, etc.

• Support the Channel Marketing lead on day to day activities that is geared towards driving Singapore direct-to-Consumer (Samsung.com store) to grow and drive sales through definition of strategic initiatives
• Assist towards campaign execution, tracking as well as report generation
• Ownership of a project that is pivotal towards driving Samsung.com sales in a sales and marketing capacity
• Translating global playbook into local, timely execution
• Manage internal communications with both internal and external stakeholders

Skills and Qualifications

Pursuing undergraduate degree with academic module or work exposure related to:

• Project / Campaign Management (for Online Marketing)

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Directs the development of company market requirements for specific products or product lines, including product strategy definition, requirements analysis, and pricing

Monitors the development of business plans, assesses market penetration, and product positioning to drive competitive advantage, revenue and increase market share

Reduces broad concepts and business strategies into structured product marketing plans

Gathers competitor's market share, activities and strategies and map out concrete strategies to penetrate, defend and recover market share

Establishes pricing strategies and develops marketing tools for successful product introductions

Identifies customer needs and communicates customer feedback to engineering, management and procuring team

Leads new product introduction and business plans with joint departments to keep up with the commercial needs of customers

Manages booking and sales forecast target accurately with close alignment to management

Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure efficient operation

Establishes good relationship with customer key stakeholders to achieve good customer satisfaction

Contains and manages escalation from customer key stakeholders· Provides clear and concise executive update for customers management review

Takes ownership to write clear and concise meeting keynotes and drive action plan with internal team to achieve goals within target dates

Manages within budgeted cost and ensure company's profitability

Manages AR and sign-offs to ensure timely closure

Summary

The Senior Sales Manager reporting to Director of Sales is responsible for identifying, developing and managing accounts within specific segments and develop new accounts or business opportunities within corporate travel industry/leisure generating and maximizing business potential of designated portfolio through daily sales activities.

The Senior Sales Manager will assist the Director of Sales to accelerate corporate, or Leisure client base by expanding the hotel’s business through executing the developed strategic plans to drive measurable and incremental sales revenue meeting revenue targets set within Mondrian. This position requires an excellent communication skill, both written and verbal and to have a proactive and growth mind-set to work towards a successful hotel sales strategy.

Business Development

• Solicit new and existing accounts to meet/exceed revenue goals through telephone solicitation, outside sales calls, site inspections and written communication.
• Meet or exceed personal sales solicitation call goals based on a minimum of 5 daily appointments covering existing and prospective accounts.
• Responsible for administration of all support services including but not limited to responding to emails and correspondence, input and maintenance of databases.
• Maintains a high profile within trade and professional associates dealing with their market area/segment(s)
• Interacts with individuals outside the hotel within their sales area including, but not limited to clients, local hotel associations and other members of the local community
• Solicit corporate, consortia and leisure accounts directly and jointly with others through the preparation, execution and completion of Action Plans
• Implements all Sales Action Plans related to their sales area as outlined in the Revenue/Business Plan
• Within established parameters, quote and negotiate prices with customer representatives confirming reservations by letter and drawing up contracts; sign for the hotel and obtain customer signature to close the transaction
• Upon contracting accounts, this position will be responsible for ongoing account management with contracted accounts and setting of production targets on a quarterly basis
• Achieve established room night and revenue goals as outlined in the agreed upon incentive and annual business plan
• When appropriate, and with agreement with the DOSM, to attend major travel functions (trade shows, associations) that deal specifically with their marketing responsibility
• Plans sales trips, under the direct approval of the DOS, to major marketing areas, calling on accounts within their specific marketing area
• As directed, compile and input market intelligence information to the Sales Information Management system
• Develop and maintain knowledge of market trends, competition and customers
• Actively promote and produce sales leads for other sister hotels and for in house sales staff
• Provides feedback to the DOS/DOSM/DOR on changing conditions, including trends in the competition, as a result of direct solicitation, telephone and direct mail, in their market areas. 
• Arrange FAM and Site inspection trips to hotels by major clients and accompanies clients
• Meets deadlines for assigned tasks
• Establishes and maintain files on major active accounts within their marketing area/segment(s)
• Establishes and maintains effective employee relations
• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned
• Maintains punctuality and good timekeeping and appearance
• Trains and develops sales executives and sales coordinator and staff reporting to them in designated sales and marketing areas
• Preparation and completion of timesheets, Rota’s, holiday schedules, in line with business needs, as and when required
• Preparation and completion of Purchase Orders as and when required
• Undertake and complete any special projects, tasks or other reasonable request by your department head and/or Hotel Management
• Prepare correspondence to customers, internal booking reports and file maintenance
• Participate in daily RevMax meeting, pre-convention meetings, training and other sales-related meetings as required
• Work with other departments within the hotel to provide quality service to customers
• Attend local trade shows, community events and industry meetings.

• Take ownership of daily sales activities and maximize the productivity by following a system of weekly and monthly action plans

  Other duties assigned by the Director of Sales when required from time to time

• Drive VAS revenue and goals by working with market and regional Product teams, Sales teams, and other relevant cross-functional teams and stakeholders,

• Develop and execute VAS strategies to accelerate the growth of VAS in the cluster,

• Support pre- and post-sales engagements including but not limited to evaluating potential opportunities, creating client pipeline, and executing against sales plans,

• Execute activities throughout the sales cycle such as sales pitch, product demos/webinars, commercial offer, contracting, optimization, and audit management,

• Support the launch of new product initiatives, product enhancements, and acceleration plans,

• Assess the feasibility of rolling out new products and solutions into the cluster, understand and provide local market requirements that will influence the global product roadmap, and develop go-to-market and commercialization plans,

• Engage with clients during & post the sales journey to pitch, negotiate commercials and showcase value from usage

• Provide regular reporting and analysis to senior management.

This is a hybrid position. Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office. Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 2-3 set days a week (determined by leadership/site), with a general guidepost of being in the office 50% or more of the time based on business needs.