Sales Manager – GCC & MENA, Rixos & AIC, GCC Region

Role summary

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The Sales Manager will drive business from GCC and MENA markets for Rixos and Accor International Collection properties, with a focus on leisure, corporate, group and luxury segments. Requirements typically include a degree or diploma in hospitality, business or marketing, several years of hotel sales experience in the UAE or regional markets, strong knowledge of GCC and MENA travel networks, and an established client base. The candidate is expected to develop sales strategies, manage key accounts, conduct client visits and sales trips, negotiate contracts, generate room-night and revenue growth, and maintain accurate pipeline and forecasting records. Strong communication, presentation, negotiation and relationship-building skills are essential, along with commercial awareness and the ability to work across multiple hotel brands.

About the employer

Rixos Premium Dubai JBR is a luxury beachfront resort located on The Walk at Jumeirah Beach Residence in Dubai. It operates under the Rixos brand, part of Accor, and combines upscale accommodation with extensive dining, entertainment, wellness and leisure facilities. The resort serves international holidaymakers, families, groups, corporate guests and affluent regional travelers. Rixos is known for its all-inclusive and lifestyle-focused hospitality concept, while Accor provides a broad global network, commercial resources and career opportunities across multiple hotel brands. The property’s location gives it strong access to Dubai Marina, shopping, attractions and the city’s business districts. A sales role with the resort involves representing the property and its wider collection to travel trade, corporate accounts, destination partners and high-value clients across GCC and MENA markets.