Director of Sales TownePlace Suites Oklahoma City, OK

Hotel Equities•Oklahoma City, OK

3d•$50,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Hotel Equities is seeking a Director of Sales for the new opening TownePlace Suites in Oklahoma City, OK. The Director of Sales will be responsible for developing and implementing the hotel's total sales effort, including securing new accounts, maintaining existing accounts, and executing sales and marketing strategies to maximize hotel profitability while ensuring customer satisfaction.

Requirements

2+ years of hotel sales experience.
Experience with Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Wyndham, or Hyatt sales processes and systems.
Well organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.
Display initiative, perseverance, and analytical skills.
Team player, professional, and lead with integrity.
Available to meet guests which may include weekends.
Ability to read, write and speak English, with excellent grammar and communication skills (written and verbal).
Engaged, authentic, and prepared to prospect, sell, and maintain accounts to positively impact revenues for a "best in class" hotel!

Responsibilities

Developing and maintaining relationships with key clients to generate group business, including room sales, F&B sales, and catering/banquet services.
Attending networking events, developing and maintaining relationships with local community groups, companies, and trade organizations, and attending meetings and conventions to generate sales for the hotel.
Conducting site tours.
Maintaining customer database.
Developing contracts and following up with customers.
Developing and managing the departmental budget.
Monitoring sales activity and performance to ensure sales meet or exceed the established profit plan.
Accurately reporting variances/projections to management.