Director Sales - San Francisco, United States - Aimbridge Hospitality

Description

Job Summary

The Director of Sales & Marketing-Full Service has direct oversight of planning and managing the overall sales and marketing for a Full Service hotel. The intention is to achieve optimal occupancy growth in existing accounts and generating new business all to maximize total revenue and meet/exceed hotel profit objectives. This role will oversee day-to-day operations of the hotel sales division including but not limited to direct sales efforts follow-up and proper sales administration and training. This role will ultimately recommend the sales forecast marketing advertising sales plans programs and annual budget for no more than one Full Service hotel; manages within approved plans and budgets. Exempt associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities. Primary duties must consist of administrative executive or professional tasks more than 50 percent of the time and job duties must also involve the use of discretion and independent judgement more than 50 percent of the time.

Responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS:

+ At least 6 years of progressive hotel sales experience preferred; or a 4-year college degree and at least 2 years of related experience; or a 2-year college degree and at least 4 years of related experience.

+ Must have a valid drivers license in the applicable state.

+ Must possess highly developed verbal & written communication skills to frequently negotiate convince sell and influence other managerial personnel hotel guest(s) and/or corporate clients.

+ Must have thorough experience with professional selling skills: opening probing supporting closing

+ Shows strong analytical skills and strategic vision in establishing appropriate sales deployment

+ 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

+ Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and manage people of diverse socioeconomic cultural disability and ethnic backgrounds while solving complex problems and creating a productive sales team

+ Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the sales/marketing/hospitality profession.

+ Must work well in stressful high pressure situations; maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.

+ Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data and basic arithmetic functions.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Coordinate all group transient and catering sales solicitations and bookings to maximize overall revenue.

+ Develop recommend implement and manage the division's annual budget and the advertising public relations marketing and sales plans and programs for the hotel to maximize rate occupancy and food & beverage opportunities thus ensuring the hotel meets/exceeds management and owner revenue/profit goals and expectations.

+ Proactively conduct outside sales calls conduct sales tours and entertain clients.

+ Understand the content reflected in contracts and how to negotiate terms therein.

+ Develop and maintain market awareness to ensure ability to predict revenue opportunities and set proactive strategies.

+ Monitor production of all top accounts and evaluate trends within your market.

+ Adheres to Aimbridge Hospitalitys established regulations company standards sales standards and sales metrics related.

+ Comply with attainment of individual goals as well as team goals and budgeted metrics.

+ Train all members of the hotel staff on how to recognize and capitalize on all sales opportunities to increase hotel occupancy and revenue.

+ With input and guidance from the GM and/or Corporate HR manage Human Resources in the division in order to attract retain and motivate the employees; hire train develop empower coach and counsel conduct performance and salary reviews resolve problems provide open communication vehicles discipline and terminate as appropriate.

+ Supervise Catering & Event Management Team (as applicable) to ensure that the Catering Food & Beverage and Meeting Room rental budgets are met or exceeded.

+ Develop a full working knowledge of the operations and policies of the hotel including Sales Food and Beverage Front Office and Reservations.

+ Maintain strong visibility in local community and industry organizations.

+ Attend and/or conduct daily/weekly/monthly meetings and any other functions required by management providing training on a rotational basis.

+ Maintains professional working relationship and promote open lines of communication relationships to achieve initiatives with respective marketing partner(s) and other internal departments (i.e. Second Wave Aimbridge Digital or Branded field marketing).

+ Travel on a weekly basis as required.

+ Act as directed on behalf of the General Manager in his/her absence; performing any other duties as requested by management.

Property Details

BEI San Francisco, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Delight in Downtown San Francisco

Located in the heart of the city the elegant BEI Hotel features a gym, 396 well-appointed guest rooms, and 2,800 sq. ft of meeting space. Just 14 miles from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and 20 miles from Oakland International Airport (OAK), this contemporary, non-smoking hotel is surrounded by world-class restaurants and minutes from Civic Center Plaza, Moscone Center, and Union Square. If work brings you here, youll have easy access to the Financial District as well as tech giants like Twitter, Uber, and Salesforce.

Company Overview

As the global leader in third-party hotel management, our growing portfolio represents over 1,550 hotels in all 50 states and 22 countries, from top international lodging brands to luxury hotels, destination resorts and lifestyle hotels. Our associates around the globe are passionate about serving our guests and driving exceptional results, and thrive in a culture where everyone is inspired to be the best. Join a world of possibility with Aimbridge Hospitality.

Benefits

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

+ Now offeringDaily Pay Ask your Recruiter for more details

+ Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

+ Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income

+ Term Life and AD&D Insurance

+ Paid Time Off

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ 401k Retirement Plan

Compensation Min

USD $77,328.48/Yr.

Compensation Mid

USD $96,660.60/Yr.

Compensation Max

USD $115,992.72/Yr.

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EEO Statement

Aimbridge Hospitality 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.

PropertyBEI San Francisco

Posted Date2 weeks ago(4/29/2024 3:15 PM)

ID

LocationUS-CA-San Francisco

CategorySales & Marketing

TypeRegular

StatusFull-Time