Director of Sales

Marriott
US - Kentucky - LEXINGTON
November 2, 2024
Sales

Additional InformationJob Number24188791
Job CategorySales & Marketing
LocationMarriott Lexington Griffin Gate Golf Resort & Spa, 1800 Newtown Pike, Lexington, Kentucky, United States, 40511VIEW ON MAP
ScheduleFull Time
Located Remotely?N
Position Type Management

Additional Information:
This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Avion Hospitality.
The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc.
The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel's employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.
If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

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.
Management-level associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities.

Education & Experience:

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 driver's 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

Avion is a fast growing Hotel Management company looking for smart, bright and fun people to join our team.
We're determined to keep a good company vibe - friendly, personal, warm and welcoming.

You won't be just an employee, but you will always be you, with all your talent and potential to help grow your career and Avion alike.
You'll get responsibility, be challenged and set the course of your own future.
It's a journey we'll take together.
Join us!

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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