Director of Sales-$55k+/year based on experience

BBL Hospitality

Director of Sales-$55k+/year based on experience

Norfolk ,

Virginia

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Director of Sales-$55k+/year based on experience
Job Location
Springhill Suites ODU - Norfolk, VA
Position Type
Salary Range
Job Category
Hospitality - Hotel
Description
COME JOIN OUR AMAZING TEAM!
$55k+/year based on experience
We are pleased to share the benefit options that we offer:
Paid Time Off
401K Investment
Internal Promotion Opportunities
Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Benefits, FSA and HSA Account options
Associate Travel Program Discounts
The Director of Sales & Marketing will lead the development and execution of strategic sales and marketing plans that maximize profitability for the hotel in order to achieve budgeted revenue and market share goals. Must have strong written and communication skills. Must have the ability to work effectively both independently and as a team. Must have 5+ years of hospitality experience. Must have extensive knowledge of sales procedures associated with the hotel industry, hotel brand experience is a plus. Must have the ability to be a strong team leader.
Duties to include, but not limited to :
Direct the hotel in the development, implementation and achievement of their annual business and market plan objectives.
Provide leadership, guidance and assistance relating to the execution of marketing and sales functions.
Capitalize on all brand specific marketing, sales programs and resources
Actively participate in the sales process via customer meetings, entertainment and attendance at client and other relevant industry events
Direct the solicitation efforts of the sales staff through effective oral and written communication while providing strategic direction of rate, date and space commitments for group, transient and catering sales of the property.
Direct the efforts to improve potential from various existing and new markets
Assist in the development of strategic revenue management plans within the hotel to include; rate development, group target rates and ceilings, and space utilization policies through the review of competitive data, demand analysis and market mix management.
Oversee and maximize revenue contribution from major distribution channels. (ie, GDS, Internet, brand national sales offices, RFP sites)
Complete all brand required Director of Sales training as required by the franchisor
Ensure effective utilization of all sales related systems such as Delphi, brand email, and brand web site.

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