Director of Marketing

Job Category: Director of Marketing
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Destin - FL

Travel + Leisure Co

At Travel + Leisure Co., our mission is simple: to put the world on vacation. Our Vacation Ownership business line includes Club Wyndham, WorldMark by Wyndham, Margaritaville Vacation Club, Accor Vacation Club and the brand new Sports Illustrated Resorts. Our more than 19,000 associates put the world on vacation at more than 270 vacation club resort locations across the globe. Innovation and growth keep our work interesting and fun. Every day is a chance to learn something new and turn vacation inspiration into exceptional experiences for millions of travelers worldwide.

Job Summary

Primary responsibilities include leading and directing the Destin marketing team, maintaining an acceptable conversion rate of resort occupancy, maintaining an excellent owner experience, and coordination with various other departments.

How You’ll Shine

  • Lead concierge staff and management: interview, hire and train employees; plan, assign and direct work; performance review; motivate, reward and provide disciplinary action when necessary (termination and conflict resolution).
  • Resolve issues pertaining to tour statuses, bookings, coding and etc.
  • Order and maintain departmental supplies (collateral material, uniforms, etc.)
  • Maintain copies of invitations and daily tour manifests for reference purposes.
  • Run daily reports to include, but not limited to, Daily Arrival Report, Daily In-House Report, Five year owner arrival report.
  • Prepare daily and weekly status reports to include, but not limited to, Show factors and Penetration rates to be submitted in a timely manner for corporate deadlines.
  • Compile data on each Marketing Coordinator and/or Managers performance.
  • Prepare additional reports deemed necessary
  • Coordinate and partner with In-House and Front Line leadership with regard to tour seats available and potential tour flow.
  • Ensure any pertinent information related to Marketing/Concierge is properly and timely disseminated.
  • Coordinate with sales regarding new/changes in marketing programs (booking/gifting policies).
  • Perform other related functions not listed.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree/coursework in Business Administration or equivalent experience, and a minimum of 2 years management experience in marketing
  • At least 2-3 years Wyndham Marketing experience preferred
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must maintain a high level of professionalism at all times
  • Ability to effectively coach, counsel and motivate direct reports
  • Provide exceptional customer service (i.e. must be able to communicate in a positive and effective manner when dealing with upset owners)
  • Ability to efficiently multi-task
  • Ability to negotiate effectively
  • Working knowledge of marketing databases
  • Ability to recruit, train and develop employees
  • Ability to lead by example
  • Detail oriented and accurate
  • Ability to carry out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws
  • Demonstrated problem solving ability

How You’ll Be Rewarded

We offer a diverse range of comprehensive health and welfare benefits to associates who work 30 or more hours per week to meet your needs and support you throughout your career with us. Travel + Leisure Co. benefits include:

Note: Temporary and/or seasonal associates are ineligible for Paid Time Off.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Life and accident coverage
  • Disability
  • Depending on position, paid time off, parental leave and holidays (speak to your recruiter for additional information)
  • Wish day paid time to volunteer at an approved organization of your choice
  • 401k with employer match (subject to eligibility requirements, including tenure – speak to your recruiter for additional information)
  • Legal and identify theft plan
  • Voluntary income protection benefits
  • Wellness program (subject to provider availability)
  • Employee Assistance Program