Head of Catering & Events Strategy

InterContinental Hotels Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room discounts

Training and development

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401k

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Director of Sales & Marketing for InterContinental Washington DC – The Wharf. You will drive group revenue, oversee strategy, and lead a sales team to achieve targets in a premier waterfront property.

The role requires 5+ years in hospitality sales, strong English communication, and proven leadership in a hotel setting. A comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years total experience in a hospitality or hotel sales and marketing setting, with direct supervisory experience over a sales team, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must speak fluent English. Other languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct the day-to-day activities of the sales team, plan, organize, and assign work, develop and communicate strategies and goals.
• Manage staffing actions in line with company rules and policies.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients to generate group and convention business.
• Develop budgets, marketing plans, and revenue forecasts and monitor results.
• Create campaigns to drive occupancy, rate, and event bookings, coordinating with departments.

Skills

Sales leadership

Hospitality knowledge

English fluency

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or related field

Job description

IHG Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Director of Sales & Marketing for InterContinental Washington DC – The Wharf. You will drive group revenue, oversee strategy, and lead a sales team to achieve targets in a premier waterfront property.

The role requires 5+ years in hospitality sales, strong English communication, and proven leadership in a hotel setting. A comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities are provided.