Director of Sales
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Job Location:
Houston, MS - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 55000 - 60000
Posted on:
7 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee Cube Hospitality. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International Inc. The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotels employment policies and practices including hiring firing discipline staffing compensation benefits and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you accept a position at this hotel you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International Inc.
We are seeking an experienced driven and highly motivated Director of Sales to lead the sales efforts for our hotel. This position is responsible for developing and executing sales strategies that maximize revenue strengthen client relationships and enhance the overall market position of the property.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve revenue and market-share goals.
- Lead mentor and support the sales team to ensure consistent performance and professional growth.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate accounts travel partners and local organizations.
- Conduct regular sales calls outside sales efforts site tours and presentations to generate new business.
- Oversee group and corporate negotiated accounts ensuring effective rate management and profitability.
- Analyze market trends competitor activity and performance data to identify opportunities and adjust strategies.
- Collaborate closely with Operations Revenue Management and Marketing to ensure alignment and successful execution of hotel initiatives.
- Prepare monthly sales reports forecasts and budgets.
- Represent the hotel at community and industry events trade shows and networking functions.
- Ensure adherence to brand standards and company policies.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 35 years of hotel sales experience with at least 12 years in a leadership or senior sales role.
- Strong knowledge of local and regional market segments.
- Proven success in achieving or exceeding revenue goals.
- Excellent communication negotiation and presentation skills.
- Ability to lead motivate and develop a high-performing team.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Proficiency in sales systems (CI/TY Delphi etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Bachelors degree in Business Hospitality or related field preferred.
Competitive salary to include bonus potential. $55000-$60000
This company is an equal opportunity employer.
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Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Fundraising
- Media Relations
- Constant Contact
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media Management
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Wordpress
- Writing Skills
About Company
At Le Méridien, we are inspired by the era of glamorous travel, celebrating each culture through the distinctly European spirit of savouring the good life. Our guests are curious and creative, cosmopolitan culture seekers that appreciate moments of connection and slowing down to savou ... View more
