Task Force Director of Sales

mcrhotels.com; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Task Force Director of Sales to drive sales strategies and maximize hotel profitability. This role requires a true road warrior, as travel will be 100%. You'll develop strategic plans to optimize occupancy and revenue while leading the sales team. Your expertise in hospitality sales will be crucial as you build relationships with clients and oversee event management. Join a company recognized for its innovative approach and commitment to excellence, where your contributions can make a significant impact on success and growth.

Benefits

Hotel Discounts

Weekly Pay

Paid Time Off

Retirement Options

Referral bonuses

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• Must have a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to influence others and negotiate.
• Strong organization and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic plans for hotel occupancy and revenue growth.
• Oversee hotel sales department operations and manage sales team.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with clients and partners.

Skills

Sales experience in hospitality

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Database management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality or Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Spreadsheets

Word processing software

Job description

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The Task Force Director of Sales is responsible for the sales strategies and functions of the hotel.

Essential Functions

• This role is for the true road warrior as travel will be 100%.
• Develop and execute strategic plans in support of achieving optimal occupancy and ADR growth.
• Maximize total revenues and control expenses to meet and exceed hotel profitability objectives.
• Oversee operations of the hotel sales department including, but not limited to, direct sales, follow-up, sales administration, hiring of staff, training, managing, and coaching.
• Supervise the sales team where applicable.
• Execute and support the operational aspects of business booked, including generating proposals, writing contracts and customer correspondence.
• Oversee the event management of group bookings and ensure seamless on-property experience for all contracted customers.
• Proactively develop action plans, conduct sales tours, and entertain clients.
• Build and maintain professional and active relationships with clients, third-party meeting planners, referral sites, and other key sources as lead generators.
• Maintain strong visibility in local community and industry organizations by Positively represent the hotel on site visits, trade shows, and sales calls.
• Attend any meetings and any other functions required by the hotel or management, even outside typical office hours.
• Maintain a good working relationship with other associates by promoting teamwork and fostering a harmonious working climate.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Sales experience in hospitality or in a related field.
• Valid driver's license in the applicable state.
• Possess highly developed verbal & written communication skills.
• Ability to influence others and negotiate.
• Have thorough experience with professional selling skills: opening, probing, supporting, closing.
• Must be able to work independently and simultaneously manage multiple tasks.
• General database management knowledge.
• Ability to take initiative, to succeed under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Basic market knowledge.
• Strong organization and presentation skills
• Must be proficient in Windows operating systems, Company approved spreadsheets and word processing.
• Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
• Must have a desire to serve all guests.
• Must be 18 years of age or older to perform this job.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or certification in Hospitality, Marketing, or related field.
• Brand knowledge.
• Professionally well connected in local market.
  
  

Our Company

• MCR is the 3rd-largest hotel owner-operator in the United States.
• Founded in 2006, our company has offices in New York City, Dallas, Chicago, and Richmond, Virginia.
• MCR has a $5.0 billion portfolio of 148 premium-branded hotels containing more than 22,000 guestrooms across 37 states and 106 cities.
• MCR has more than 7,000 team members across the country and operates hotels under 9 Marriott brands, 8 Hilton brands and a number of unflagged independent hotels.
• MCR was named one of Fast Company's 10 Most Innovative Travel Companies of 2020.
• MCR is a three-time recipient of the Marriott Partnership Circle Award, the highest honor Marriott presents to its owner and franchise partners, and a recipient of the Hilton Legacy Award for Top Performer.
• For the TWA Hotel at New York's JFK Airport, MCR won the Development of the Year (Full Service) Award at The Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS), the Urban Land Institute New York Excellence in Hotel Development Award and the American Institute of Architects national Architecture Award, the highest honor given by the AIA
  
  

What we offer/What's in it for you?

• Hotel Discounts
• Weekly Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Options
• Referral bonuses
• Career advancement & upward mobility
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance- available after 30 days of employment for full-time team members
  
  

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

• Sales & Marketing

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Real Estate and Equipment Rental Services

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