Director of Sales - Commonwealth Hotels

Description

Position at Staybridge Suites Houston NW Cypress Crossing

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Staybridge Suites Houston NW Cypress Crossing - NEW HOTEL OPENING SOON!

Welcome to the Staybridge Suites Houston NW Cypress Crossing, an IHG Hotel, in northwest Houston, located at the intersection of HWY 290 and HWY 6 in the heart of the 77065-zip code. The newest of the northwest Houston hotels, we offer superior access to everything our guests need. Come be a part of this new hotel opening for Staybridge Suites newest and most contemporary prototype. We offer 106 guests suites and are 100% Non-Smoking Hotel.

Currently we are looking for a top performing Director of Sales. Hotel Extended Stay experience is preferred. This role oversees all sales activities for the hotel. Their primary role is to obtain new or repeat business and ensure those guests are satisfied. They are responsible for creating a sales strategy, reach revenue growth targets in all categories such as transient revenue, group room rents, food and beverage sales, and banquet or conference space rentals. They also interact with guests by preparing informational materials, receiving and responding to correspondence, and attending pre-event meetings. They must have strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills and the ability to build rapport with both new and existing guests. If this sounds like you, please apply today!

What is in it for YOU? BENEFITS DAY ONE!

• Medical, Dental, Vision-Day One!
• ON DEMAND PAY (NO FEES!) * Access your pay as you've earned it! No cost to you!
• 401K with a company match!
• Vacation/ Personal days & Holiday pay
• Hotel Room and Food and Beverage Discounts
• Travel Discounts for Travel and Food and Beverage
• Personal Days Off
• Online Training Courses
• Commonwealth University (Grow your Career in hospitality)
• Referral Program and Bonus
• Flexible Health Care Spending Account
• Day Care Flex Spending account
• Direct Deposit
• Jury Duty Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Associate of the Month/Associate of the Year/Service Awards
• Free Basic Life & Basic Accidental Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance Products for Self, Spouse and Dependents

Some Key Areas of Responsibilities include:

• Coordination with the General Manager in designing and implementing sales strategies to achieve high occupancy and profitability
• Analyze market data and use it to develop methods for meeting financial targets, designing marketing plan deliverables, and developing an annual sales forecast
• Establish strategies to assist in meeting and exceeding monthly room booking goals that are aligned with overall hotel and revenue management objectives
• Solicit new guests with targeted outbound sales initiatives, such as personal calls to your network and phone solicitations to local professionals, travel agencies, and other groups that will generate new revenue
• Organize meetings with department heads, report on sales activity for the previous and upcoming weeks, and produce a monthly expense report for all hotel sales-related expenses

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field required
• 5+ years of experience in sales, preferably in the hospitality field, is required
• Proven track record of sales success in lead-generation and closing skills
• Previous hospitality industry experience preferred but not required
• Excellent leadership skills, analytical skills, and communication skills
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office

Commonwealth Hotels was founded in 1986 and quickly became a superior hospitality management company with a world-class culture, sought after for our exceptional guest and associate satisfaction, market premiums, superior return on investment and a "Whatever It Takes" attitude. We are a leading franchisee of Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt brands. Commonwealth Hotels, home office is in Covington, KY and led by industry executives who have worked together for more than 30 years and have over 100 years of combined experience with hotels and city clubs in all markets across the United States. Our Mission at Commonwealth Hotels is accomplished by providing quality Products and Services to our guests through Attention to Detail, Integrity, Pride, and Intensity in all we do. This allows us to develop a special relationship with our guests, associates, and owners, carving out our niche in the marketplace. These actions across the board result in superior sales and financial performance.

At Commonwealth Hotels, "We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. Employment is decided on qualifications, merit and business need." EOE/Drug Free Workplace.