Director Sales OEM

Company: Aimbridge Hospitality
Location: Huntsville
Posted on: February 22, 2021

Job Description:

Your new career is just a few clicks away! As the global leader in third-party hotel management, our growing portfolio represents 1,400 hotels in 49 states and 20 countries, from top international lodging brands to luxury hotels, destination resorts and lifestyle hotels. Our 60,000 associates around the globe are passionate about serving our guests and driving exceptional results, and thrive in a culture where everyone is inspired to be the best. Join a world of possibility with Aimbridge Hospitality. Aimbridge Hospitality is the largest third-party hotel management company with upscale, independent and branded hotels across the Unites States, the Caribbean, and Canada. Evolution Hospitality, based in San Clemente, California, manages a carefully curated portfolio of distinct and stylish lifestyle, boutique, independent and soft-branded assets in key urban markets across the country. 2011 Crystal Drive, Suite 1100 Arlington, VA 22202 Aimbridge Hospitality - 5851 Legacy Circle, Suite 400, Plano, TX 75024 - 972-952-0200 Director Sales OEM in Huntsville, Alabama - Careers at Courtyard Huntsville University Skip to Main Content Please Enable Cookies to Continue Please enable cookies in your browser to experience all the personalized features of this site, including the ability to apply for a job. Welcome page Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Director Sales OEM Property Courtyard Huntsville University Posted Date 2 days ago (12/17/2020 9:38 PM) ID 2020-18631 Location US-AL-Huntsville Category Sales & Marketing Type Regular Status Full-Time Job Summary 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. Responsibilities 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.RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Coordinate all group transient and catering sales solicitations and bookings to maximize overall revenue.
  • Develop recommend implement and manage the division's annual budget and the advertising public relations marketing and sales plans and programs for the hotel to maximize rate occupancy and food & beverage opportunities thus ensuring the hotel meets/exceeds management and owner revenue/profit goals and expectations.
  • Proactively conduct outside sales calls conduct sales tours and entertain clients.
  • Understand the content reflected in contracts and how to negotiate terms therein.
  • Develop and maintain market awareness to ensure ability to predict revenue opportunities and set proactive strategies.
  • Monitor production of all top accounts and evaluate trends within your market.
  • Adheres to Aimbridge Hospitality's established regulations company standards sales standards and sales metrics related.
  • Comply with attainment of individual goals as well as team goals and budgeted metrics.
  • Train all members of the hotel staff on how to recognize and capitalize on all sales opportunities to increase hotel occupancy and revenue.
  • Develop a full working knowledge of the operations and policies of the hotel including Sales Food and Beverage Front Office and Reservations.
  • Maintain strong visibility in local community and industry organizations.
  • Attend and/or conduct daily/weekly/monthly meetings and any other functions required by management providing training on a rotational basis.
  • Maintains professional working relationship and promote open lines of communication relationships to achieve initiatives with respective marketing partner(s) and other internal departments (i.e. Second Wave Aimbridge Digital or Branded field marketing).
  • Travel on a weekly basis as required.
  • Act as directed on behalf of the General Manager in his/her absence; performing any other duties as requested by management. Property Details Delivering exceptional amenities and services, Courtyard Huntsville University Drive invites travelers to take off on an adventure. Guests will feel at home in our rooms and suites providing complimentary Wi-Fi. They can kick back on our plush bedding and enjoy premium cable channels on our flat-panel TVs. Guests can keep up with their exercise goals in our fitness center, and make a splash while swimming laps in our outdoor pool. We are located near shopping and dining and close to the University of Alabama in Huntsville and Oakwood University, making it easy to visit an alma mater or catch up with loved ones attending school. Guests will be just minutes from U.S. Space & Rocket Center and Huntsville Botanical Garden. Company Overview Explore new opportunities with Aimbridge Hospitality. As the global leader in third-party hotel management, our growing portfolio represents 1,400 hotels in 49 states and 20 countries, from top international lodging brands to luxury hotels, destination resorts and lifestyle hotels. Our 60,000 associates around the globe are passionate about serving our guests and driving exceptional results, and thrive in a culture where everyone is inspired to be the best. Join a world of possibility with Aimbridge Hospitality. Options Apply for this position Apply Email this job to a friend Refer Need help finding the right job? We can recommend jobs specifically for you!Click here to get started. Application FAQs Software Powered by iCIMS
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