Area Director of Sales

Hotel Equities Group, LLC•Hawthorne, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Hotel Equities, one of the top hotel development and management companies in the industry, is currently searching for a motivated Area Director of Sales at Courtyard by Marriott and TownePlace Suites South Bay Area! Leading revenue generation efforts across a portfolio of 7+ branded hotels within the Marriott, Hilton, or comparable segments. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in an active selling environment while driving strategy, accountability, and performance across multiple assets. This is NOT a remote position and based in Southern California. If you're passionate about hospitality, take pride in your work, and enjoy creating positive experiences for guests and associates, we'd love to meet you. As Director of Sales, you'll play an important role in supporting hotel operations, delivering exceptional service, and helping our team achieve its operational and business goals. The Sales position is responsible for generating and supporting hotel business through relationship development, prospecting, account management, event coordination, and effective communication. This position contributes to occupancy, revenue, market share, and guest satisfaction by building strong relationships with clients and business partners.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred for management roles.
Previous hotel sales, hospitality, customer service, or related experience preferred.
Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
Results-oriented with strong organization and follow-through.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and sales-related systems.
A relationship builder who enjoys developing new business.
A proactive, goal-oriented professional with strong follow-through.
A polished communicator who represents the hotel professionally.
A collaborative team member with a strong customer-service mindset.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Sales and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems
Experience with Property Management Systems (PMS)
Experience with Revenue Management Systems

Responsibilities

Develop and execute sales strategies designed to achieve revenue, occupancy, and market-share objectives.
Develop and maintain relationships with current and prospective clients and local business partners.
Prospect for new business and follow up on leads, inquiries, and opportunities.
Conduct sales calls, tours, presentations, and client meetings as appropriate.
Prepare proposals, contracts, correspondence, and sales reports.
Coordinate with operations, revenue management, catering, and other departments to meet client needs.
Maintain accurate account, activity, and opportunity information.
Support sales strategies designed to achieve revenue and market-share objectives.
Represent the hotel professionally at community events, trade shows, and networking opportunities.
Respond promptly to client requests and resolve concerns in partnership with hotel leadership.
Monitor market conditions and competitive activity and communicate relevant information to leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned.