Director of Sales

JOB OVERVIEW:

Atlantic Hotels Group is seeking a dynamic opening sales leader to add to our fabulous team! The Holiday Inn Express & Suites completed a full renovation in 2022. This gorgeous hotel is located in the heart of the DFW Metroplex near the Galleria Mall.

An ideal Director of Sales candidate must possess extensive knowledge of hotel sales & operations, a positive attitude, strong prospecting skills, strong networking skills, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work without supervision. The Director of Sales must be able to work well with others, communicate effectively and respond in a timely manner, follow through on all the details, be able to multitask and epitomize professionalism.

While the Director of Sales reports directly to the General Manager, the Regional Sales and Marketing Manager will interface and assist in the direction of the Sales and Marketing function at the property.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Knowledge of IHG Sales Tools and Systems, Delphi FDC, CVent, Hotelligence 360, and Bid Clerk, is preferred.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key clients in order to produce group and/or business transient room nights, as well as meeting room sales
• Achieve budgeted revenues and personal/team sales goals and maximize profitability within all areas of responsibility.
• Participate in the preparation of the annual departmental operating budget, the hotel marketing plan, business plan, and financial plans which support the overall objectives of the hotel. Produce reports and sales forecasts.
• Create and implement hotel-level tactical sales plans that drive measurable incremental occupancy, increase average rates, increase business volume during off-peak periods, increase meeting room sales, and enhance the image of the hotel in the local community. Monitor sales activities/performance to ensure actual sales meet or exceed established revenue plan.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. 

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.