Director of Sales and Marketing - Hotel

The Director of Sales and Marketing will be responsible for soliciting and securing new accounts for the

hotel. The Director of Sales and Marketing will work to achieve the hotel’s revenue and market share

goals for the property. Management-level associates are expected to work as much of

each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous Hotel Sales experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license for the applicable state.
• Must possess developed verbal and written communication skills to frequently.

negotiate convince sell and influence other managerial personnel hotel guest(s) and/or corporate clients.

• Experience with professional selling skills desired: opening, probing, supporting

closing

• Must be proficient in general computer knowledge especially Microsoft Office products.
• Must be able to work independently and simultaneously manage multiple tasks; strong organization and presentation skills

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effectively attain assigned sales and revenue goals as well as solicitation call goals.
• Proactively conduct solicitation calls conduct sales tours and entertain clients specific to Leisure SMERF Business Travel (BT) and/or Groups as applicable by property.
• Grow existing relationships with assigned accounts specific to Leisure SMERF Business Travel (BT) and/or Groups as applicable by property.
• Monitor and evaluate trends within your market segment.
• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive friendly courteous and service-oriented manner.
• Develop a full working knowledge of the operations and policies of the hotel and applicable departments.
• Maintain strong visibility in local community and industry organizations as applicable.
• May assist in implementing and/or participating in special promotions relating to direct sales segments i.e. sales blitzes etc.
• Attend daily/weekly/monthly meetings and any other functions required by management.
• Perform any other duties as requested by the General Manager and Above Property administration.

REQUIREMENTS

Property Details

Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express Towson - Baltimore North hotel. Enjoy a peaceful stay in our updated rooms and suites, conveniently located near Towson and downtown Baltimore.

Discover the best of Baltimore from our prime location. We're a short distance from Towson University, Goucher College, Morgan State University, Loyola University Maryland, Notre Dame of Maryland University, and major medical centers. With easy access to I-695, I-83, and I-95, getting around is a breeze.

Start your day right with our complimentary breakfast buffet. Relax by our seasonal outdoor pool or stay fit in our state-of-the-art fitness center. Whether you're here for business or pleasure, we've got you covered.