Area Director of Sales

Northwest x Southern Hospitality • Lewiston, ID

5h

About The Position

Northwest x Southern Hospitality (NSH) is currently interviewing hotel sales professionals for an Area Director of Sales for our Lewiston, Idaho Market! Our hotels include the Courtyard by Marriott, Hampton Inn and Holiday Inn Express. Relocation assistance is negotiable. Purpose of position: The primary purpose of this position is to develop and solicit business from all markets to ensure the necessary advance bookings needed for a successful and profitable operation for the hotel. Coordinate ongoing research of the travel industry to detect market trends and related information for development of new marketing strategies. Make reasonable recommendations to improve potential from various markets. Also, establishes and maintains relationships with industry influencers and key strategic partners.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent GED; degree in hospitality or related field of study preferred
• Must have at least 5 or more years of experience in the hospitality field
• Previous experience as a hotel manager, assistant manager, or hotel department manager required
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills, communication skills, and problem-solving skills
• Proven customer service experience as a manager; strong guest-focused mentality

Nice To Haves

• degree in hospitality or related field of study preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and solicit business from all markets
• Coordinate ongoing research of the travel industry
• Make reasonable recommendations to improve potential from various markets
• Establish and maintain relationships with industry influencers and key strategic partners

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance
• Paid Holidays - 6 Paid Holidays after one year of service (upon hire for salaried team members) New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day
• Both PTO and Sick leave allows Team Members to have home life balance for any reason, such as vacation, rest and relaxation, their own or a family member's illness or health concern, personal pursuits, or any qualifying reason under applicable sick and safe time laws .
• Paid Time Off - (PTO) is available to all Team Members after one full year of service. You begin accruing from day one! The amount of PTO you can accrue increases the longer you work with us.
• Sick Leave - Available for Team Members employed in Oregon or Washington after 90 days of employment.
• Bereavement
• Jury/Witness Duty
• Community Volunteer Events
• Social Event Outings
• Health and Wellness - These benefits typically begin on the first day of the month following sixty (60) days of full-time employment. (The specific eligibility criteria and waiting periods are defined by each benefit in their applicable plan documents.) Insurance coverage is typically not available to those Team Members deemed to be part-time (working less than thirty (30) hours) and seasonal Team Members (those deemed to be employed less than six (6) months).
• Medical and Prescription, Vision
• Dental
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hostcare
• 100% Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plans With Match
• Leave of Absence
• Perks - More than just a paycheck!
• Team Member Travel Discounts
• Entertainment Industry Discounts
• Snack of the Month
• Monthly Team Member Recognition
• Service Recognition Awards
• Incentive Programs
• Referral Bonuses
• Direct Deposit
• Earned Wage Access
• Retirement Planning

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: High school or GED