Sales Director

Pdk Airport LLC DBA Holiday Inn Portland Airport; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness Benefits

Employee hotel discounts

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Pdk Airport LLC DBA Holiday Inn Portland Airport is seeking a Director of Sales to drive occupancy and market share. In this full-time role, you'll develop strategic sales plans, generate corporate and event business, and build lasting relationships with clients.

With 3–5+ years of hotel sales experience, you will influence the hotel's revenue and work with a recognized global brand. Competitive salary and wellness benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of hotel sales experience.
• Proven success in group sales and corporate accounts.
• Strong understanding of hotel revenue drivers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to drive occupancy.
• Generate group, corporate, and event business.
• Build relationships with corporate clients and local partners.

Skills

Hotel sales experience

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Relationship-building skills

CRM systems

Tools

Delphi

Job description

Schedule: Full-Time | Some Evenings/Weekends as Needed

Drive Revenue. Build Relationships. Lead Growth.

Are you a results-driven hotel sales leader ready to take ownership of a property’s revenue strategy?

We’re looking for a Director of Sales to lead and execute sales initiatives that drive occupancy, grow market share, and maximize revenue across group, corporate, and event segments.

At Holiday Inn, part of the globally recognized IHG Hotels & Resorts family, you’ll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on hotel performance while building strong client relationships and leading a dynamic sales effort.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to drive occupancy and ADR
• Generate group, corporate, and event business
• Build relationships with corporate clients, event planners, and local partners
• Conduct sales calls, site tours, and presentations
• Negotiate contracts and close new business
• Manage and grow the sales pipeline and prospecting efforts
• Collaborate with operations to ensure successful event execution
• Partner with leadership on pricing strategy and revenue optimization
• Represent the hotel in the local business and hospitality community

What We’re Looking For

• 3–5+ years of hotel sales experience
• Proven success in group sales, corporate accounts, and events
• Strong understanding of hotel revenue drivers (Occupancy, ADR, RevPAR)
• Excellent negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills
• Experience with CRM systems and hotel sales tools, Delphi Experience preferred
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and highly organized
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with leadership
• Open availability including weekends to oversee events

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary
• Health and Wellness Benefits (for eligible employees)
• Employee hotel discounts through IHG
• Opportunities for advancement
• Supportive leadership team and strong ownership

Why This Role?

• High-impact role with direct influence on hotel revenue
• Opportunity to build and grow your own book of business
• Work with a recognized global brand
• Be part of a team focused on performance, service, and growth

Apply Today

If you’re ready to take your hotel sales career to the next level and make a measurable impact, we want to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.