Sales Manager (Pre-Opening)

Job description

About ANdAZ Gold Coast

ANdAZ, meaning “personal style”, is a celebration of individuality, curiosity and creativity. Opening in late Q3 2026 in the heart of Broadbeach, ANdAZ Gold Coast will redefine the Australian lifestyle hotel scene with:

· 202 luxurious rooms and suites with imaginative interiors and local artistry
· The Coast's largest pool deck club: Andaz Pool Club with private cabanas, cocktail bar and al fresco dining
· Bespoke F&B experiences: a Mediterranean Specialty Restaurant, an immersive cocktail bar and an energising lounge concept to awaken body, mind and soul
· Holistic wellbeing offerings and a state-of-the-art fitness centre
· A rooms-led hotel, without dedicated traditional conference space, yet focused on delivering high end incentive experiences and special events
· Immersive local partnerships and tailored guest experiences

The Opportunity

Be part of the team that brings this Hyatt lifestyle brand to the Gold Coast.

We are searching for a bold, relationship-driven Sales Manager to power our commercial launch and bring the first AndAZ to Australia. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love creating structure from scratch, and excel at turning prospects into long-term customers, this is your moment.

What You'll Do!

Drive Per-Opening Sales Strategy

· Support the Director of Sales & Marketing in developing the complete opening sales plan

· Identify high-potential corporate, leisure, government, entertainment, incentive and special event customer segments for launch

· Build an opening pipeline and secure early business to ensure a strong day-one pickup

Build Market Presence Before We Open

· Conduct sales calls, site tours, sales blitzes, and client engagements

· Represent the hotel at trade shows, networking events, and community functions

· Partner with marketing to support opening campaigns, digital activation, and brand-building activities

Lead Revenue-Generating Activities

· Drive rate negotiations across all market segments

· Create proposals, RFP responses, and sales presentations that win

· Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and demand shifts to adjust strategy as needed

Shape Commercial Foundations

· Contribute to sales SOPs, CRM setup, reporting standards, and account segmentation

· Prepare forecasts, budgets, and performance reports for leadership

· Work closely with Revenue Management to align on pricing, pace, and business mix

Desired profile

Qualifications :

Who are you!

· A hotel salesperson with experience across a variety of market segments

· An energetic hunter with a strong network and passion for proactive selling

· Skilled in negotiations, presentations, and building key partnership

· Highly organised, resourceful and comfortable operating in a build-from-scratch environment

· Collaborative, creative and excited to help shape a new hotel's commercial identity

Why You'll Love This Role

· A rare chance to influence a hotel's launch and position from day one

· Freedom to shape sales processes, approaches, and relationship our way

· Direct involvement in strategy, execution and brand-building

· An opportunity to be part of a dynamic team culture built around innovation, ambition and commercial excellence

Why Join ANdAZ Gold Coast by Hyatt

· Be part of the first ANdAZ in Australia and set a new benchmark for lifestyle luxury on the Gold Coast – nationwide

· A values-led culture: empathy, integrity, respect, inclusion, experimentation and wellbeing

· Global career pathways with Hyatt; generous hotel discounts and benefits worldwide

· Wellbeing programs, EAP, and competitive leave benefits

· A creative environment where your ideas shape the hotel's story and success

Location

On-site, Broadbeach, Gold Coast QLD.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter sharing a standout outlet launch or activation you've led, including commercial and guest-impact results.

Discover Andaz: https://www.hyatt.com/andaz

Hyatt is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate individuality and are committed to an inclusive environment for all colleagues and guests.