Director of Sales

Lead the Charge in Middle Tennessee's Thriving Hospitality Scene

In the heart of Middle Tennessee, Lebanon is a city on the rise — a vibrant blend of Southern charm, bustling downtown energy, and a thriving business community. At Gibson Hotel Management, Inc., we’re looking for a seasoned sales leader ready to plant their flag in this dynamic market and build something extraordinary.

This isn’t just a job. It’s an invitation to shape the future of a property, a team, and your own career trajectory — all while living in a city consistently ranked among the South’s best places to work and play.

The Opportunity

You’ll be the driving force behind our sales and marketing strategy, commanding revenue growth across rooms, catering, corporate accounts, and special events. With a “hunter’s” instinct and an entrepreneurial spirit, you’ll prospect new business, cultivate lasting client relationships, and represent our property at the city’s premier networking events.

What You’ll Do

• Architect and execute a strategic sales and marketing plan that captures Knoxville’s diverse market segments — corporate, government, SMERF, leisure, and association.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing sales and catering team.
• Conduct compelling property tours that turn prospects into loyal partners.
• Build your personal brand within the local business community through active involvement in industry organizations.
• Oversee promotional campaigns and client communications that keep our hotel top of mind.
• Champion guest satisfaction as the engine behind repeat business and referrals.

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum of five years of progressive hotel sales and marketing experience.
• A proven track record of building and leading winning sales teams.
• Sharp negotiation skills and an unwavering commitment to client relationships.
• A bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Familiarity with sales systems such as Delphi is a plus.
• A flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business demands.
• Deep knowledge of the Knoxville market and a guest-first philosophy.
• Experience with kosher catering or multicultural events is a welcome bonus.

Why Gibson Hotel Management?

Headquartered in Knoxville, Gibson Hotel Management, Inc. is an award-winning, privately held hotel management, investment, and development company built on integrity, experience, and discipline. We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in them accordingly — with mentorship, recognition, and genuine opportunities to grow into the next chapter of their careers.

Our culture is one of open doors and open minds. We listen. We celebrate wins, big and small. And we take pride in cultivating leaders who go on to shape not just our properties, but their communities.

Benefits Designed Around You

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance and Critical Illness Coverage
• Short-Term Disability and Hospital Indemnity Plans
• Daily Pay Access
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Performance-Based Bonus Structure
• Free Telehealth Program
• Cell Phone Stipend

Our Mission

We are dedicated to our team members by fostering their professional growth, to our guests by providing genuine hospitality, and to our partners by generating exceptional returns.

Our Vision

Gibson Hotel Management is a dedicated hospitality company developing and operating successful, highly profitable assets while creating teams of inspirational leaders in our business and communities.

If you’re ready to bring your sales expertise to one of Tennessee’s most exciting cities — a place where mountains meet music, and ambition meets opportunity — we invite you to apply and grow your career with Gibson Hotel Management, Inc.

Gibson Hotel Management, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.