Area Assistant Director Sales

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Austin Parmer/Tech Ridge; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Austin Parmer/Tech Ridge is seeking an Area Assistant Director of Sales to collaborate with the Director of Sales, drive occupancy and revenue, and guide a team of Sales Managers across group, transient, and catering sales.

You’ll craft budgets and marketing plans, coach and hire staff, and help shape forecasts while maintaining a fun, high-performance culture. Excellent communication and strategic thinking are essential for success in this role in north Austin.

Qualifications

• 4+ years hotel sales experience preferred; alternative education paths are acceptable as listed in the ad.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and strong communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a sales team under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate group, transient, and catering sales to maximize occupancy and revenue.
• Develop budgets and marketing plans to exceed goals and realize ideas.
• Lead outside sales calls, property tours, and client entertainment while negotiating contracts.
• Monitor market trends and adjust strategies to stay ahead of competition.

Skills

Sales leadership

Budget planning

Client relations

Market analysis

Team coaching

Education

4+ years hotel sales experience

Driver's license required

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join our team as an Area Assistant Director of Sales!

Are you ready to be the sales and marketing superstar for a group of amazing hotels? As the Area Assistant Director of Sales, you’ll work side-by-side with the Director of Sales to boost occupancy, grow revenue, and make sure the hotels are hitting their goals. You’ll lead a talented team of Sales Managers, guiding them through everything from direct sales to coaching and hiring. Plus, you’ll get creative with budgets, forecasts, and marketing plans, helping turn big ideas into big wins! If you love inspiring others, driving results, and keeping things fun, this is the role for you.

KEY SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sales Strategy Superstar: Coordinate group, transient, and catering sales to maximize occupancy and revenue. Lead the sales team to consistently hit targets and make events unforgettable.
• Budget & Marketing Maestro: Develop budgets and creative marketing plans, using your strategic skills to help the team exceed goals and bring big ideas to life.
• Client Connection Captain: Lead outside sales calls, property tours, and client entertainment while negotiating contracts and building lasting relationships.
• Market Trend Tracker: Monitor account performance and market trends, setting proactive strategies to keep hotels ahead of the competition.
• Team Empowerment Enthusiast: Inspire and train the team, oversee HR and catering, and step in as acting GM to ensure a smooth, collaborative, and fun environment.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• 4+ years hotel sales experience preferred; alternate: 4-year degree + 1 year experience or 2-year degree + 2 years experience
• Valid driver’s license required
• Excellent verbal/written communication and professional selling skills
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and organization abilities; proficient with Microsoft Office
• Ability to manage multiple tasks independently and lead diverse teams
• Experienced in sales/marketing principles; comfortable with financial data and working under pressure

PROPERTY INFORMATION:

A top choice among hotels in north Austin, we’re located just off I-35 on Parmer Lane, 15 minutes from downtown Austin. As a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence award winner, we show every guest what true Texan hospitality is. Our guests enjoy a free breakfast buffet every morning including classic American items and healthy favorites such as hearty oatmeal and fresh fruit. Designed for comfort, our suites have separate living areas with flat-screen TVs, microwaves and mini-fridges and 25% more space than average hotel rooms. Business travelers appreciate our hotel’s free property-wide WiFi and easy access to the nearby offices of Dell, Samsung, TCEQ and Yodle. Here for a weekend getaway? We’re just 10 minutes from the Domain and a quick drive from downtown Austin, 6th Street and Zilker Park.

Source: Hospitality Online