Director of Sales - Newport, United States - Commonwealth Hotels

Description

Come Join Our Team New Build - Homewood Suites Ovation Opening Director of Sales

Homewood Suites Ovation's new build is looking for a top-performing Hotel

Opening Director of Sales.

Homewood Suites Ovation is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Opening Director of Sales to oversee all aspects of our hotel operations.

As a key member of our hospitality team, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest level of customer service, managing daily activities, and maximizing revenue.

The ideal Opening Director of Sales candidate will have a strong background in hotel management, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for providing exceptional guest experiences.

The Homewood Suites is Hilton's flagship, upscale, extended-stay brand, and this hotel will be built to Hilton's newly updated design standards.

Catering to both leisure and business travelers alike, Homewood's guests can look forward to the extra space provided by rooms with separate sleeping and living areas, fully equipped kitchens, and full-sized refrigerators.

The hotel, located at 201 West 4th Newport, will also have a plaza-level restaurant with a bar and a rooftop bar that will overlook the unique views of the riverfront and Cincinnati skyline.

Additional amenities will include a fitness center, on-site laundry facilities, and access to the planned Ovation Membership Club.

This state-of-the-art health and wellness club will feature a full-service spa, group exercise classes, locker rooms, meeting space, and dedicated floors for both cardio and free weights, all nestled around a heated roof deck pool.

What is in it for YOU?

Medical, Dental, Vision - DAY ONE
SAME DAY PAY Access your pay as you've earned it No cost to you
401K with a company match
Vacation/ Personal days and 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 and basic Accidental Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance Products for Self, Spouse, and Dependents

Some Key Areas of Responsibility for the Hotel Director of Sales include:

Coordination with the management team and department heads 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 the sales team 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 for the Opening Hotel Director of Sales include:

A 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.

As a Company, we believe the true success of our operation rests with the associates who bring life to the brick-and-mortar.

A great hotel or club is created by great people who perform their jobs to the best of their ability and are always friendly and helpful to the guests.

Our associates' attitude is the mark that sets us apart from other management companies.

As the property becomes known for its quality of service and the attitude of its associates, the opportunity for growth and security on the personal level is enhanced.

A quality operation begets quality people, and this combination, in turn, yields satisfied guests.

With our commitment to an inclusive workplace, Commonwealth Hotels is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination.

We celebrate our associates' unique differences because that drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

EOE/Drug-Free Workplace.
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