Hotel Director Of Sales

GF Hotels and Resorts • Kansas City, MO, US

Posted 5 days ago

Description

GF Hotels and Resorts and the Holiday Inn by IHG Kansas Northeast are excited to hire a Director of Sales. This is a bonus eligible role.

Do you enjoy meeting new people, driving sales, and witnessing the fruits of your labor? We're looking for a dedicated Director of Sales to assist the hotel in reaching its sales targets. You'll be in charge of developing our sales strategy and goals, training and assessing our sales force, collaborating with sales managers, and ensuring that we create new and recurring business from various hotel sectors. Our ideal candidate is a leader, innovator, and hard worker who brings 5+ years of sales experience to the role. Apply now if this sounds like you!

Responsibilities

Evaluate information gathered from market data and create a plan to meet design marketing deliverables, hotel financial goals, and create an annual sales forecast
Coordination with the management team and department heads in designing and implementing sales strategies to achieve high occupancy and profitability
Solicit new guests with targeted outbound sales initiatives, such as personal calls to your network and phone solicitations to local professionals, travel agencies, and other groups that will generate new revenue
Establish strategies to assist the sales team in meeting and exceeding monthly room booking goals that are aligned with overall hotel and revenue management objectives
Organize meetings with department heads, report on sales activity for the previous and upcoming weeks, and produce a monthly expense report for all hotel sales-related expenses

Qualifications

Must be able to use basic computer software including Microsoft Office
Prior experience of 5+ years as a sales professional in a related field is required
Displays a proven track record of sales success by lead-generation and closing
Exemplary communication skills, leadership skills, and analytical skills
Must have a high school diploma or GED and a bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field

Compensation

$70,000 - $80,000 yearly

About GF Hotels and Resorts

GF Hotels and Resorts, based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a full-service hospitality ownership and management company that, through its operating affiliates, works on behalf of a variety of individual owners, real estate funds, and institutional lenders. GF believes in the enterprising spirit, with a promise of integrity and an overall passion for hospitality.

At GF, we believe that people are the key to our success. We offer health insurance, paid time off, ongoing learning opportunities, competitive compensation, plus a great culture.