Assistant Director of Sales

Hilton; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site restaurants

Fitness center

EV charging

Banquet & meeting support

Job summary

Hilton Richmond Center is seeking an Associate Director of Sales to support the DOSM or DOS with daily leadership of the sales and catering team. You will help implement sales strategies, manage marketing and event coordination, and drive monthly revenue targets.

The role requires 5+ years in hotel sales, strong negotiation and leadership skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based environment. Competitive benefits and an active downtown setting offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of hotel sales experience.
• Experience in similar size/quality hotel preferred.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.
• Strong negotiation, lead generation and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist DOSM/DOS with day-to-day operation of sales team to achieve revenues.
• Help hire and train Sales, Catering and Conference Services staff.
• Develop and execute monthly and quarterly sales goals.
• Coordinate with marketing for revenue and PR strategies.
• Travel locally for outside calls and site visits; build and maintain key accounts.

Skills

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Lead and motivate team

Presentation skills

Strong organizational skills

Budgetary awareness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Tools

TravelClick Demand 360

TravelClick Rate 360

TravelClick A360

STR reports

Hotel sales system

Job description

250 rooms | 17,634 sq. ft. total event space across 13 meeting roomsAmenities include: on-site restaurants (La Grotta, 1885 Café & Market), lobby bar (Gather & Hem), indoor pool, fitness center, EV charging, banquet & meeting support.Located in the heart of Virginia’s capital in the historic Miller & Rhoads building, this hotel is just steps from the Richmond Convention Center and Virginia State Capitol. Blending historic charm with modern amenities, it provides an engaging downtown environment for hospitality professionals serving both business and leisure travelers.Pay Range:$75,000.00-$115,000.00The Associate Director of Sales is responsible for supporting the DOSM or DOS with the day to day leadership and management of the sales and catering team, to include overseeing and coordinating Marketing, Sales Managers, Catering Managers and Conference Service Managers. The Associate Director of Sales will coordinate a plan with the DOSM or DOS to implement, monitor and control sales strategies. The Associate Director of Sales is also responsible for meeting their assigned monthly sales goals.JOB DESCRIPTIONJob Title: Associate Director of SalesDepartments: Sales and MarketingSupervision Exercised: Sales and Marketing DepartmentSupervision Received: Director of Sales and Marketing or Director of SalesJOB SUMMARYThe Associate Director of Sales is responsible for supporting the DOSM or DOS with the day to day leadership and management of the sales and catering team, to include overseeing and coordinating Marketing, Sales Managers, Catering Managers and Conference Service Managers. The Associate Director of Sales will coordinate a plan with the DOSM or DOS to implement, monitor and control sales strategies. The Associate Director of Sales is also responsible for meeting their assigned monthly sales goals.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEducationBachelor’s Degree or equivalent industry experienceExperienceMinimum of 5+ years’ hotel sales experience required.Experience in a similar size and quality hotel preferredSkills and KnowledgeThe individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.Must be able to read, write, an understand EnglishExcellent verbal and written communication skills including leading and participating in formal presentations.Strong negotiation skills as well as the ability to cultivate leads, build relations, and close the dealStrong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentStrong computer skills. Microsoft Office, Delphi, or other hotel sales system, and other programs as it pertains to this positionStrong knowledge of TravelClick products such as Demand 360, Rate 360, and A360Strong knowledge of reading and understanding STR reports Excellent working knowledge of all sales department operationsUnderstanding of budgetary and fiscal responsibility to the departmentKnowledge of all operational areas of the propertyAbility to work as part of a team and train and motivate peersStrong desire to deliver high quality of customer serviceDetail oriented and organized as it pertains to accuracy and efficiencyGood personnel and management and organizational skillsJOB DUTIESAssist DOSM or DOS with the day to day operation of sales team(s) to achieve budgeted revenues for current year, along with future year pre-booking goals as directedAssists DOSM or DOS with hiring and training of all new employees in the Sales, Catering and Conference Services departments as directedEnsure that all sales and administrative processes are in place and functioning effectivelyAssist DOSM or DOS in establishing sales team policies and procedures relating to Sales, Revenue Management, and Reservations as directedBe knowledgeable of the hotel’s top accountsAccompany Sales Managers on outside sales appointments and “shadow” Sales Managers during telephone prospecting and solicitation callsAssist DOSM or DOS in development and implementation of monthly and quarterly sales goals and objectives for department as directedMonitor quality and accuracy of group sales contracts to ensure proper application of hotel deposit, space allocation, yield and policiesAssists DOSM or DOS in preparing and training Sales, Catering, and Conference Service Managers in relation to performance benchmarks and budgets as directedDevelop room and catering strategies for forecasting and analyzing hotel revenue needsConsistently explore new products and services, evaluating potential return on investment and enhancement to property versus potential costsCoordinate with DOSM or DOS to conduct weekly meetings involving rate strategies for the future, group backlog, competitive business analysis and financial room forecasts as directedAssist DOSM or DOS in preparation, development and execution of all sales goals as directedAssist DOSM or DOS in completing weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting needs as directedMaintain involvement in all property revenue centers to effectively plan and alter sales methods to ensure all sales levels are at budgeted and forecasted levelsWork with DOSM or DOS and Corporate Marketing Manager to take an active role in developing Marketing and PR strategies to support the revenue goals as directedUse Hotelligence, CVENT, HIS and other competitor market intelligence to identify target accounts to visitBe a champion of sales excellence by creating initiatives to motivate and inspire sales teamConduct weekly sales calls to existing and new accounts, as well as uncover new business in assigned market segment(s)Build and strengthen relationships with existing and new accounts to enable future bookings. Activities include sales calls, entertainment, trade shows, etc.Travel locally to conduct outside calls, promote the hotel and review competition reader boards to develop leadsGenerate leads and new business through internet searches, telephone and email solicitations, mailings, referrals, networking, trade shows, professional and community organizations, sales, blitzes, etc.Arrange site inspections of the hotel for new accountsMaintain accurate sales records in the hotel sales system to provide complete history, ensure future and current quality of service and enhance future prospectsRespond to all sales inquiries within 24 business hoursExecute and support the operational aspects of business booked (e.g., generating proposal, writing contract, customer correspondence)Partner with operations team to coordinate customer specifications, effectively respond to customer issues and comments to ensure customer satisfactionAdjust work schedule as needed to meet the business demands, which may include hours in early morning, evening and/or weekend hoursOther duties as assignedHRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job‐related requirements.