Dir-Sales & Marketing

Director of Sales & Marketing

The Director of Sales & Marketing is a strategic leader responsible for driving the property's sales and marketing efforts, with a focus on properties boasting over 300 peak rooms and significant local catering revenue. This role requires a dynamic and experienced professional to manage and motivate the sales team, ensuring the achievement of property sales objectives and revenue targets.

The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in sales and marketing within the hospitality industry, with a strong background in team leadership, strategic planning, and customer relationship management. They will be adept at evaluating market trends, competitor strategies, and developing innovative marketing campaigns to drive occupancy, RevPAR, and market share.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing strategic account plans for key demand generators.
• Managing reactive and proactive sales efforts and marketing communication activities.
• Providing customer intelligence and market analysis to inform sales strategies.
• Serving as the primary sales contact for the General Manager, property leadership team, and key customers.
• Collaborating with various departments, including Area Sales, Group Sales, Revenue Management, and Event Management, to drive sales success.
• Participating in sales calls and identifying public relations opportunities.

This role requires a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or a related field, with a minimum of 2 years of experience in sales and marketing or a related professional area. A 4-year degree is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate strong supervisory skills, lodging sales experience, and a history of progressive career growth within the hotel industry.