Franchise Hotel - Director of Sales - Hotel Indigo Birmingham Five Points S - UAB

Company: InterContinental Hotels Group
Location: Birmingham
Posted on: September 13, 2020

Job Description:

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Description About Us

A top hotel development and management company in the lodging industry, is currently searching for a remarkable  Director of Sales  for the  The Hotel Indigo by IHG  in  Birmingham, AL!

We offer an award-winning culture and a unique environment that empowers our team to exceed guests' expectations and make a distinct difference in people's lives. Our ideal candidate will be engaged, authentic, and prepared to prospect, sell, and maintain accounts to positively impact revenues for a "best in class" hotel!

Your day to day

The Director of Sales will be responsible for the development and implementation of the total sales effort of the hotel, including securing new accounts, maintaining existing accounts, and executing sales and marketing strategies to maximize the profitability of the hotel while maintaining customer satisfaction. Other responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

Maintaining rapport and developing future business with existing contacts

Developing and maintaining relationships with key clients in order to produce group business

Attending networking events, developing and maintaining good relationships with officials and representatives of local community groups, companies, and trade organizations, and attending local and out-of-town meetings and conventions in order to generate sales for the hotel

Developing contracts and following up with customers

Developing and managing the departmental budget and monitoring sales activity and performance to ensure sales meet or exceed established profit plan and to accurately report variances/projections to management

EOE/DFW

All candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

What we need from you

Candidates for Director of Sales must have a minimum of 2+ years hotel sales experience

Previous sales experience within the hospitality industry required

Market knowledge required

Proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel, Office, Internet

Well organized and detail oriented

Ability to work independently

Display initiative, perseverance and analytical skills

Effective communication

Professional and ethical

Quick learner and hard worker

Team player and ability to get along with others

Available to meet guests which may include weekends

Ability to read, write and speak English, with excellent grammar and communication skills (written and verbal)

Job Type: Full-time

What we offer

Paid time off

Employee rates available at our branded hotels

*IHG® Rewards Club not applicable to Kimpton® Hotels & Restaurants; to be included at a future date.

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