Sales Director

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Aimbridge Hospitality is actively recruiting for a Director of Sales to join our team at the Hyatt House Atlanta Downtown. The ideal candidate has worked with Hyatt brands and is in the Atlanta market.

The Director of Sales-Select Service has direct oversight of sales and marketing operations for a Select Service hotel. This role has the responsibility to achieve optimal occupancy and ADR growth to maximize total revenue while meeting / exceeding hotel profit objectives. This individual will oversee operations of the hotel sales department including, but not limited to, direct sales, follow-up, sales administration, hiring of staff, training, managing and coaching. Additional responsibilities include sales and marketing budget, forecast, advertising, marketing and business plans for no more than one Select 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; for OEM associates, overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• At least 2 years of progressive hotel sales experience preferred; or a 4-year college degree and at least 1 year of related experience; or a 2-year college degree and at least 2 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 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.

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PROPERTY INFORMATION :

Welcome to our friendly downtown Atlanta community. Hyatt House Atlanta / Downtown offers classic southern hospitality and amenities like 24 / 7 dining for guests with busy schedules. Travelers can settle into their suite-inspired room with stunning views of the city including landmarks like SkyView Ferris wheel in Centennial Olympic Park. Our hotel provides an affordable getaway in the center of the action, steps away from Georgia Aquarium and Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Sales, Customer Service, and Management

Industries

Hotels and Motels and Hospitality

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