We are seeking a Hotel Director of Sales to lead our sales department and achieve revenue goals. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of sales leadership experience and a bachelor's degree in hospitality management. The role involves managing subordinate sales staff, developing sales plans, and ensuring exceptional guest service.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Five or more years of related and progressive sales leadership experience in similar organization or property
- Five years as a supervisor/manager in similar setting desired
- Pre-opening Hotel experience would be desired
- Working independent property and managing representation groups is desired
- Solid knowledge of hotel service standards, guest relations and etiquette
- Ability and experience in successfully leading and coordinating staff in a high volume, time-sensitive environment
- Ability to develop and maintain effective sale processes designed to attain maximum revenue while ensuring adherence to established operating criteria
- Strong knowledge of sales techniques with strong skills and ability to negotiate and close sales
- Requires ability to determine needs of customers and persuasively present sales options through verbal face-to-face and telephone interactions
- Must be able to create and effectively provide sales presentations and materials to potential customers
- Contacts sometimes contain confidential/sensitive information so requires ability to use discretion
- Must demonstrate positive attitude and professional demeanor
- Requires strong communication and interpersonal skills and commitment to a high level of guest satisfaction
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Relocation Assistance