Hotel Director of Sales

Days Inn Inner Harbor; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking a dynamic Hotel Director of Sales to lead their sales and marketing efforts. This role is pivotal in achieving sales goals, fostering client relationships, and representing the hotel within the community. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong leadership and decision-making skills, ensuring that every client feels valued. With a commitment to excellence and a collaborative spirit, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant and challenging environment.

Benefits

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in hotel sales and marketing operations.
• Strong ability to develop and grow client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales and revenue targets while ensuring client satisfaction.
• Conduct sales calls and maintain visibility in the community.

Skills

Sales Goal Achievement

Client Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Days Inn Inner Harbor is seeking an experienced Hotel Director of Sales to oversee sales and marketing operations. The ideal candidate will be a thoughtful leader and confident decision-maker, committed to developing staff and providing excellent client service. This role involves building relationships, achieving sales goals, and representing the hotel in the community.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure all clients are treated like family.
• Achieve sales and revenue targets.
• Conduct solicitation calls, sales tours, and entertain clients, focusing on Leisure SMERF Business Travel and Groups.
• Develop and grow relationships with key accounts.
• Monitor market trends within your segment.
• Maintain a friendly, courteous, and service-oriented approach with guests and staff.
• Follow company regulations, standards, and sales metrics.
• Learn hotel operations and policies.
• Maintain visibility in the local community and industry groups.
• Participate in promotional activities like sales blitzes.
• Attend meetings and perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to meet sales goals related to hotel performance.
• Effective at soliciting and securing new accounts.
• Work collaboratively with the Corporate Director of Sales.
• Manage multiple tasks independently with strong organizational skills.
• Experience in professional selling techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for negotiation and influence.

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Previous hotel sales experience required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Physical Requirements:

Standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 25 pounds, bending, reaching, kneeling, or crouching.

Benefits:

Paid health insurance and paid time off after a waiting period. Flexible work schedule, but may include holidays, weekends, and shifts due to 24/7 hotel operations.

Equal Opportunity Employer