Franchised Director of Sales - Full-time / Part-time

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Colwen Management, Inc. The franchisee controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including the selection and hiring process. If you accept a position at this hotel you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International.

The Renaissance Hotel at Patriot Place is seeking an experienced and passionate Director of Sales to join the team.  The ideal candidate will have a dynamic selling background, and be results driven.  This role will lead and direct the sales efforts for this market.  If you are looking for an incredible opportunity with future growth potential, we want to hear from you! 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with sales teams and Hotel General Managers at assigned hotels to assist in capturing group business in all segments including corporate transient business
• Recruit, interview and hire sales staff associates for assigned hotel(s)
• Train and support all sales associates and ensure performance in accordance with established hotel brand/Colwen  sales standards
• Set sales strategies to achieve overall property goals for both rate and occupancy
• Create and execute annual marketing plan addressing sales strategy and budget goals
• Understand hotel operations including room types, meeting capacities, service and features and benefits of assigned properties
• Solid knowledge of market conditions and competitors, economic trends and supply and demand
• Proactive solicitation of new business to achieve region revenue goals
• Meet monthly revenue goals for both room and banquet sales
• Achieve your personal sales call h goals and advise team on meeting assigned goals
• Target accounts, markets or segments with proactive solicitation and account saturation
• Participate in local networking organizations, community, and industry events while representing Colwen Hotels in a professional manner
• Manage and maintain vendor relations

Qualifications

• 1-2 years Hotel Director of Sales experience
• 4+ years proven sales record
• Strong Leader of people
• Strong presentation skills
• Proficient in English language
• Excellent writing skills (grammar/punctuation/spelling)
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills (experience with Delphi systems)
• Familiar with common computer software programs (Microsoft Office)
• Must be willing to work holidays
• May require overnight stays
• Some work in office
• Must be willing to work varied hours

Additional information

As a preferred employer in our markets, Colwen Hotels offers a total rewards and compensation package for eligible associates that includes:

• Opportunities for advancement and career growth 
• Warm and supportive work environment 
• Competitive Wages 
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 
• Company-funded Health Reimbursement Account 
• Flex Spending Account 
• Voluntary Life Insurance  
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• 401(k) retirement plan with Employer Match after one year of employment 
• Paid Time off Programs 
• Holiday Pay 
• Jury Duty Leave and Bereavement Leave
• Hotel Discounts 

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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