Commercial Director, New Openings – Greater China & Mongolia

What are we looking for?

Success in this role will demonstrate itself through the following attributes and skills:  

·       Strong presentation skills and executive presence 

·       Positive relationships and influencing skills 

·       Analytical and problem-solving skills 

·       Personal dedication to succeed 

·       Strategic insight and execution 

·       Ability to direct and motivate non-direct reports 

·       Clear written and oral skills to develop insight content  

·       Proactive enterprise leadership mindset to work across the Commercial Services organization within APAC and Global

·       Independent collaborator who will reach out to the business and proactively think through and set up efficient processes for APAC

• To fulfill this role successfully, you should demonstrate the following minimum qualifications:

·       Previous Director level experience, with proven senior stakeholder management

·       Multi brand experience from Focus Service to Luxury brands

·       Stakeholder management experience ability to effectively plan and proactively communicate with stakeholders that may include both internal and external partners (project sponsors/senior leadership team)

·       Demonstrate effectiveness in each area including communication, planning, expectation management, negotiation, project management and problem solving

·       Management skills such as leadership, organization, communication, networking, collaboration and solid judgment

·       Significant experience within the hotel industry along with a college degree

·       Strong communication skills

·       Commercial attitude with experience and functional knowledge of the different commercial functions

·       Strong organizational skills and an ability to work effectively under pressure as well as meet given deadlines

Required Qualifications

·       A minimum of 10+ years’ experience in hospitality or equivalent industry.

·       A minimum of 6+ years’ experience in a hospitality industry leadership role within the Greater China experience preferred in Sales, Marketing, Revenue Management or Operating roles.

·       Fluency in spoken and written English and Mandarin.

·       Excellent in Microsoft Outlook, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

·       Experience working in multi-cultural or international settings.

·       University degree at bachelor level or above.

Preferred Qualifications  

·       Previous relevant experience in a regional role is preferred.

·       Experience dedicated to pre-opening is preferred.

·       Applicants with additional language skills preferred i.e., Cantonese.

·       Hospitality industry experience preferred in Sales, Marketing, Revenue Management or Operating roles.

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from legendary luxury hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!