Regional Director of Sales & Marketing

Great Lakes Hospitality Group

  • Auburn Hills, Michigan
  • 30+ days ago
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    Skills

    • Business Growthunmatched
    • Coachingunmatched
    • Competitive Researchunmatched
    • Corporate Salesunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Hotel Managementunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Market Shareunmatched
    • Market Trend Analysisunmatched
    • Marketingunmatched
    • Marketing Strategyunmatched
    • Militaryunmatched
    • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
    • Networking Eventsunmatched
    • Performance Analysisunmatched
    • Regional Salesunmatched
    • Revenue Growthunmatched
    • Revenue Managementunmatched
    • Salesunmatched
    • Sales Strategyunmatched
    • Trade Showsunmatched

    Description

    Regional Director of Sales & Marketing – Auburn Hills, MI

    This role is a unique opportunity to oversee a diverse hotel portfolio representing Hilton, IHG, and Marriott brands within the vibrant Auburn Hills market.

    We are seeking an experienced and driven Regional Director of Sales & Marketing to lead the sales efforts for our four Auburn Hills hotels:

    • Hampton Inn Auburn Hills North (Baldwin Road)

    • Holiday Inn Express Auburn Hills North (Baldwin Road)

    • TownePlace Suites by Marriott Auburn Hills (Baldwin Road)

    • Candlewood Suites Auburn Hills (Interpark Drive)

    Key Responsibilities

    • Develop and execute a comprehensive sales and marketing strategy across all four hotels to maximize revenue and market share.

    • Proactively solicit, negotiate, and close corporate accounts (local, regional, and national) to drive consistent business demand.

    • Manage and grow SMRF business (Social, Military, Religious, Fraternal) and group sales, ensuring alignment with brand standards.

    • Build and maintain strong relationships with key corporate clients, travel managers, and third-party planners.

    • Analyze market trends, competitive activity, and demand drivers to identify opportunities for business growth.

    • Partner closely with hotel General Managers and Revenue Leaders to ensure effective rate and inventory strategies.

    • Represent the hotels at networking events, trade shows, and community/business organizations.

    • Provide leadership, coaching, and accountability to property-level sales teams.

    • Prepare regular sales activity, revenue, and market performance reports for ownership.

    Qualifications

    • Minimum of 4+ years of proven hotel sales leadership experience; multi-property or regional experience strongly preferred.

    • Strong background in corporate business travel sales and group/SMRF sales.

    • Knowledge of Hilton, IHG, and Marriott sales systems and brand standards a plus.

    • Exceptional negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills.

    • Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

    • Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Marketing, Business, or related field preferred.

    How to Apply

    If you are a sales leader ready to take charge of a dynamic hotel portfolio and drive revenue success in Auburn Hills, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience, professional references and career achievements.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationAuburn Hills, Michigan

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