Director of Sales

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT STATESVILLE; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Director of Sales to lead hotel sales efforts in a vibrant location. This role involves promoting guest rooms and meeting facilities, managing client relationships, and ensuring the highest levels of service and satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in hotel sales and coordination, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to work flexible hours as needed. Join a supportive leadership team dedicated to your growth and success, and enjoy a range of benefits including health insurance and travel perks. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated professional to make a significant impact in a thriving environment.

Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Health Insurance Benefits

Family Medical Leave

Paid Time Off

Travel Perks

Hotel Discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of hotel sales and Sales Coordinator experience required.
• Strong communication and client management skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell guest rooms and meeting facilities.
• Manage accounts to achieve total guest satisfaction.
• Respond to incoming leads and maintain account information.

Skills

Hotel Sales Experience

Sales Coordination

Client Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Proactive Sales Techniques

Data Entry Skills

Tools

Sales Database

Job description

ABC Investments & Management Co. is searching for a Director of Sales for our Courtyard by Marriott Hotel in Statesville, NC. Hotel sales and marketing experience is required.

The Sales Manager will work to promote and sell guest rooms and meeting facilities by following sales guidelines set by the Management Company and Marriott Hotels. Must be able to follow policy and procedures to build hotel occupancy and revenue. Primary focus is SMERF/Corporate sales and includes coordinating meeting room details, incoming inquiries, proactive sales calls for new business, etc. The position will work in all aspects of the paperwork flow in the sales office. Position may include some travel to assist with Sales Blitzes and other promotional opportunities. Presents a high standard of integrity, service, and hospitality at all times to promote the Company and Hotel culture to customers and co-workers.

Job Requirements

1. Successful candidate MUST have a minimum of 1 year of hotel sales experience and 1 year of Sales Coordinator experience.
2. Must have a keen eye for detail and possess a genuine desire to provide impeccable service to our various corporate and group clients.
3. Must be able to work additional hours outside of the traditional work schedule (evenings, weekends, and holidays) when/if business demands and be able to travel occasionally.
4. Manages accounts to achieve total guest satisfaction for all events.
5. Heavy client interaction, conducting regular site tours and attendance at on-site functions.
6. Proactively respond to incoming leads and requests for proposals in a timely manner.
7. Maintains account information in sales database.
8. Completion of contracts in a timely manner.
9. Attendance at various sales-related departmental meetings.
10. Develops and maintains relationships with key clients in order to produce group and/or meeting business, food & beverage sales, and catering/banquet sales.
11. Coordinates food and beverage prices, meeting room rental, and function space services.
12. Supports the overall business and sales strategies of the company.
13. Solid knowledge of sales techniques and business etiquette and practices.
14. Ability to speak English and communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
15. Ability to relate to the public in a warm, friendly, and professional manner.
16. Solid proficiency in data entry and computer skills, composition of letters and reports, keen attention to detail when composing, typing, and reviewing materials, and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

We are an involved and helpful leadership team which provides an environment where you are challenged and where you can grow. We want our associates to have a long relationship with us. No telephone calls will be accepted for inquiries pertaining to this position.

Salary will be commensurate with the level of experience.

Benefits

1. Dental Benefits
2. Vision Benefits
3. Health Insurance Benefits
4. Family Medical Leave
5. Paid Time Off
6. Travel Perks
7. Hotel Discounts

Schedule:

8 hour shift, Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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