Market Director of Sales- Colorado Market

Steamboat Springs, CO - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 135000 - 145000

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary of Role

The Market Director of Sales will be responsible for identifying and soliciting qualified target accounts and nurturing existing accounts to close all qualified business to achieve sales goals (RNs ADR revenue and F&B). The Market Director of Sales will execute all sales related activities from outside calls sales trips/trade shows sites entertainment Fam trips etc. Building strong trusting long-lasting client GSO and peer relationships is a must. The Market Director of Sales must ensure their financial goals in the overall revenue goal and success of the hotels in the Colorado market. Hotels include Residence Inn Breckenridge Holiday Inn Steamboat Springs La Quinta Inn Steamboat Springs.

Essential Job Duties:

Exceed established monthly quarterly and annual targeted sales goals.
Maintain an active list of target accounts to ensure continuous relationship development.
Establishes new client relationships and maintains existing relationships to maximize revenue.
Actively solicits new business opportunities through prospecting target client list.
Seeks methods to penetrate key business activities within the market and finds profitable ways to bring this business to the hotel.
Actively participates in industry related organizations. Attends trade shows community events and industry meetings to develop business.
Responsible for budget and forecast of sales revenues and goals.
Work collaboratively with all sales channels (e.g. on-property resources) to ensure sales efforts are coordinated complementary and not duplicative.
Understand the overall market - competitors strengths and weaknesses economic trends supply and demand etc. and how to sell against them.
Capture and close the best opportunities for the property based on market conditions the propertys needs and within the hotel parameters.
Execute and support the operational aspects of business booked. Transfer accurate complete and timely information to the Events department in accordance with hotel and brand standards.
Promote accountability to drive superior business results. Includes successful execution of sales strategies and business processes.
Effectively resolve guest issues that arise as a result of the sales process. Bring issues to the attention of property and sales leadership team as appropriate.
Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
Informs and/or updates the executives the peers and the subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner.
Fosters open channels of communication between all employees.
Participates in the performance appraisal system process giving feedback when needed.
Encourages and builds mutual trust respect and cooperation among associates.
Follow all additional duties as assigned by management.

Job Requirements:

Previous experience managing large high profile groups
Must possess excellent communication follow-up and organizational skills
Sets high personal performance standards and enjoys keeping track of individual and team progress towards goals
Must be proactive and have a creative positive and focused approach
Strong leadership skills and the ability to apply them in a dynamic environment
Work cohesively with co-workers and all departments as part of a team

Education: Bachelors degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience: Minimum 5 years experience of sales experience in area or market role with Marriott Wyndham and IHG brands

Additional: Will be required to work flexible scheduled shifts based on business needs

Pay: This position will pay a range of $135000 - $145000 annually DOE and is bonus eligible based on performance.

Physical Requirements:

The minimum physical requirements for this position include but are not limited to:

Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds frequently
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
Ability to bend and twist push and pull stoop and kneel

All duties and requirements stated are essential job functions. This description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all functions that an associate in the position may be asked to perform. This does not create an employee contract express implied or otherwise and does not alter the at will employment relationship of the employer or employee. Management reserves the right to change modify and/or alter any of the duties listed to meet business needs.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability please contact:

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Summary of RoleThe Market Director of Sales will be responsible for identifying and soliciting qualified target accounts and nurturing existing accounts to close all qualified business to achieve sales goals (RNs ADR revenue and F&B). The Market Director of Sales will execute all sales related activ...