Job Description – VP Sales Location: HamburgSalary: NegotiableLanguages: German, EnglishStart: ASAPThe Role:I am looking for a Senior commercial leader responsible for driving sales performance across a cluster/portfolio of lifestyle and design-led hotels in Germany and selected European markets.You will own the sales strategy, leadership and structure for the portfolio, with a strong focus on the German market, key feeder markets and relevant segments (corporate, MICE, leisure, lifestyle).Key responsibilities:
Lead and develop a multi-property sales organisation (on-property and above-property), including cluster/area sales leaders and on-site sales teams, ensuring clear targets, strong performance management and a collaborative culture.Define and execute the sales strategy for the hotel cluster, including segment mix, key account focus and market/feeder market priorities, aligned with overall commercial and brand positioning.Drive top-line revenue and market share growth (rooms, meetings & events, ancillary revenue) while protecting rate and brand integrity, partnering closely with Revenue Management and Marketing.Build and nurture strategic relationships with key corporate accounts, TMCs, agencies, tour operators and lifestyle partners relevant to the German and European markets.Oversee key RFPs and global/local account negotiations, supporting hotel and cluster teams with strategy, pricing parameters and contracting.Monitor performance across the portfolio (RevPAR, RGI, segment mix, account production) and adjust sales plans based on data, trends and competitor activity.Partner with hotel General Managers and Operations leadership to ensure alignment between sales promises and on-property delivery, especially for events and lifestyle activations.Support the development and roll-out of lifestyle brand initiatives, collaborations and experiences that enhance positioning and create incremental demand.
Profile & requirements
Several years’ experience in senior hotel sales leadership (e.g. Cluster Director of Sales, Regional Director of Sales, VP/Head of Sales) overseeing multiple hotels.Deep knowledge of the German hotel market, including key corporate hubs, MICE destinations, and distribution landscape; existing network of decision-makers is a strong plus.Clear affinity with lifestyle, boutique or design-led hotels, understanding how to sell experience, community and brand story, not just beds and meeting space.Proven people leader with experience managing and coaching sales teams across several properties and locations.Strong strategic and analytical skills, confident with sales planning, forecasting and interpreting commercial performance metrics.Excellent communication and presentation skills; comfortable engaging with owners, asset managers and C‑level stakeholders.Fluent German (C1 level) and very good English; additional European languages are an advantage.
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Director of Food And BeverageSalary: €negotiableStart: ASAPLocation: HamburgLanguages: German, English , any other European language is a plusRole overviewMy client is looking for a Strategic and hands-on Food & Beverage leader responsible for multiple outlets/properties, driving concept development, operational excellence and profitability across the portfolio.You will own menu and concept creation, P&L performance and standards implementation, ensuring consistent quality and guest experience while tailoring each venue to its market.Key responsibilities
Develop, refine and roll out F&B concepts for several properties (restaurants, bars, events), aligning with brand positioning, target guests and local market trends.Create and update menus in collaboration with chefs and bar teams, balancing creativity, guest appeal, operational feasibility and cost targets (food & beverage cost, margin).Lead and support outlet managers and F&B teams across properties, providing clear direction, coaching and regular performance reviews.Take full P&L ownership for the F&B cluster: build budgets, monitor revenues and costs, analyse variances and implement measures to protect and grow profitability.Define and standardise SOPs, service standards and training content for all properties, ensuring consistent delivery while allowing for concept-specific nuances.Monitor guest satisfaction (NPS, reviews, comment cards) and operational KPIs, and drive continuous improvement based on data and feedback.Coordinate with Purchasing and Finance on supplier selection, pricing, product mix and inventory control to secure quality and commercial advantage.Partner with Sales & Marketing on F&B promotions, events and campaigns that drive covers, average spend and brand visibility.
Profile & requirements
Several years’ experience as Food & Beverage Manager / Cluster F&B Manager / Director of F&B with responsibility for multiple outlets or properties.Proven track record in concept and menu development, including launching or repositioning F&B venues.Strong financial acumen with solid experience managing F&B P&Ls, budgeting, cost control and margin optimisation.Skilled people leader, able to inspire, train and hold teams accountable across several locations.Fluent German and English (spoken and written); additional languages are an advantage in an international environment.Guest-centric mindset, high quality standards and a passion for food, beverage and concept-driven hospitality.
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