Strategic Cluster Lead, Sales & Marketing — Hotels

Accor; Manama; On-site; BHD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor is seeking a senior strategic Sales & Marketing leader for Bahrain to drive revenue growth across corporate, MICE, leisure and wholesale segments. You will lead a cluster team, build key partnerships, and shape commercial strategy aligned with brand positioning.

You will collaborate with Revenue Management and hotel leadership to optimize occupancy and ADR while leveraging connections in the Bahrain market. English fluency is essential, Arabic is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in hotel sales and marketing, preferably at a senior management or cluster level.
• Strong knowledge of the Bahrain hospitality market and established industry connections.
• Proven track record in achieving revenue targets and developing successful commercial strategies.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of revenue management, digital marketing, and distribution channels.
• Ability to work strategically while maintaining a hands-on approach to business development.
• Excellent command of English; Arabic is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sales and marketing plans to achieve revenue market share and profitability targets.
• Lead and manage the cluster Sales amp Marketing team driving performance and professional development.
• Identify new business opportunities develop key accounts and strengthen corporate relationships.
• Drive corporate MICE leisure and wholesale business segments.
• Build strong relationships with travel agencies corporate clients tour operators and key industry partners.
• Monitor market trends competitor activities and business performance to identify growth opportunities.
• Work closely with Revenue Management and hotel leadership teams to maximize occupancy ADR and RevPAR.
• Ensure alignment with Accor brand standards commercial strategies and brand positioning.

Skills

Strategic planning

Leadership

Sales & marketing

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship mgmt

Hospitality knowledge

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

Accor is seeking a senior strategic Sales & Marketing leader for Bahrain to drive revenue growth across corporate, MICE, leisure and wholesale segments. You will lead a cluster team, build key partnerships, and shape commercial strategy aligned with brand positioning.

You will collaborate with Revenue Management and hotel leadership to optimize occupancy and ADR while leveraging connections in the Bahrain market. English fluency is essential, Arabic is a plus.