Area Director of Sales & Marketing (Japan-Based Role)

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Location: Kyoto, Japan
Reports to: Area General Manager
Scope: 3 Hotels (Luxury & Lifestyle Brands)

A confidential opportunity has arisen for an experienced Area Director of Sales & Marketing to oversee commercial strategies across three well-positioned properties in Kyoto under a global hospitality group. We are seeking a seasoned commercial leader with deep familiarity with the Japan market and a proven track record in international hotel groups.

Key Role Highlights:
  • Based in a centralized office in Kyoto, Japan
  • Oversight of Sales & Marketing for three properties (including luxury and lifestyle resort brands)
  • Leads all commercial efforts: Sales, Marketing & MarCom
  • Does not oversee Revenue Management (handled separately)
  • Team leadership of approx. 20 staff across properties

Candidate Requirements:

  • Minimum 4–5 years of experience as Director of Sales & Marketing within international hotel groups in Japan (resort experience preferred)
  • Open to all nationalities, but Japan market experience is a must
  • Educational background in hospitality, travel, or related field (Diploma or higher)
  • Strong pre-opening experience and commercial project execution capability
  • Demonstrated leadership in managing multi-property or area-level sales teams
  • Solid portfolio of commercial and/or leisure client base across key feeder markets
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills
  • Mature, polished, and composed under pressure
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)


Interested profiles with relevant Japan-based experience and international chain background are encouraged to reach out directly for a discreet discussion.

Interested candidates, please send me your updated CV to: melody.li@selective.com.hk
And quote job reference number: ML20250619