Director of Sales & Marketing

The Crescent Hotels Group; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hotel brand as the Director of Sales and Marketing, where you will drive sales strategies and lead competitive marketing efforts. This dynamic role involves collaborating closely with teams to maximize hotel revenue and guest experience. Ideal candidates are passionate about hospitality and possess strong sales leadership capabilities to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

Full suite of Hilton benefits, including travel discounts

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Proven success in hotel sales leadership, preferably in an airport or large group/convention property.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics in the Newark and NYC area.
• Experience managing sales teams and large budgets.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing strategic sales and marketing plans to achieve hotel revenue goals.
• Leading and mentoring the sales, catering, and marketing teams.
• Collaborating with revenue management to optimize pricing and positioning.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Organizational Skills

Job description

Description

About the Property

Located just minutes from Newark Liberty International Airport, our full-service hotel offers 502 guest rooms, over 18,000 sq. ft. of versatile meeting space, a full-service restaurant and bar, and the trusted warmth of the DoubleTree brand. As a gateway to NYC and a hub for business and leisure travelers alike, our hotel is perfectly positioned for growth.

Position Overview

As Director of Sales and Marketing, you will be responsible for:

• Developing and implementing strategic sales and marketing plans to achieve hotel revenue goals.

• Leading and mentoring the sales, catering, and marketing teams.

• Building relationships with key corporate, group, and travel accounts.

• Collaborating with revenue management to optimize pricing and positioning.

• Representing the hotel at industry events and with community partners.

• Overseeing digital marketing, public relations, and brand compliance initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven success in hotel sales leadership, preferably in an airport or large group/convention property.

• Strong understanding of market dynamics in the Newark and NYC area.

• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.

• Experience managing sales teams and large budgets.

• A passion for hospitality, results, and driving team success.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

• Full suite of Hilton benefits, including travel discounts

• Opportunity to grow within one of the world’s most respected hospitality brands

• Work in a fast-paced, supportive, and collaborative environment

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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Source: Crescent Hotels & Resorts