Sales Director| Old City Philadelphia |Salary to 120k

Director of Sales - Upscale Hotel Property in Old City Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA 19106

Salary: $110,000 - $120,000

Hotel Director of Sales Jobs in Philadelphia | Old City Philadelphia Hotel Sales Careers

We are looking for a results-driven Director of Sales to lead sales and marketing for an upscale hotel property in Old City, Philadelphia. If you are looking for a rewarding career in hospitality sales and want to travel the road to success, we want to hear from you. This is a great opportunity for a historic hotel property just minutes from Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, and Center City Philadelphia.

Are you a dedicated hotel sales leader with a passion for building relationships and a willingness to go the extra mile? If this sounds like you, apply today for our Director of Sales opening in Philadelphia, PA.

At our hotel, success is measured by the quality of the relationships we build with one another, our guests, and our strategic partners. We are inspired to create and driven to optimize performance. Our mission is to create exceptional value and experiences for our guests, team members, and stakeholders through innovative hotel management and dedicated hospitality.

We are dedicated to delivering exemplary service in a home-like environment and being the lodging provider of choice in the markets we serve. We provide our team members with unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional development and we are creating a hospitality company whose future is unlimited and whose values reflect the dedication and passion of our employees. If you are a hospitality professional and enjoy working alongside a company that truly cares about you, apply today.

The Director of Sales position is responsible for directing the sales and marketing efforts of the hotel in order to maximize revenue and exceed sales forecasts. This role requires the Director of Sales to oversee the retention and acquisition of accounts by growing existing accounts and generating new business through proactive sales efforts.

The Director of Sales will execute all aspects of the sales and marketing plans to surpass revenue goals. You will make sales calls, both inside and outside, for prospecting to find new business and maintenance to maintain relationships with current accounts. You will build and maintain relationships with key clients and create and solicit new business through innovative means.

Additional responsibilities include:

Responding to RFPs and overseeing the yielding of group blocks for better rate management

Monitoring rates, making recommendations for yielding, and assisting with rate management

Attending CVB and Chamber events and being involved with local civic organizations to maintain a strong presence in the community

Maintaining knowledge of events in the area and at competitor hotels

Assisting with preparation of yearly and quarterly sales and marketing budgets and the annual marketing plan

Working with the General Manager to analyze sales and marketing reports and develop business plans as needed

Ensuring proper systems are utilized to track all sales files, sales calls, and production of various rate segments for the hotel

Attending sales and marketing meetings and training sessions offered by the brand

Positively representing and promoting the property and offering guest assistance whenever possible

Answering inquiries pertaining to hotel policies and services and appropriately addressing guest requests

Overall, the Director of Sales will play a critical role in ensuring the hotel achieves superior revenue performance while providing guests with exceptional experiences.

Benefits:

Competitive Salary $110,000 - $120,000

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

PTO

401k

Advancement Opportunities

Unparalleled Opportunities for Personal and Professional Growth

Qualifications:

Proven experience as Director of Sales, Sales Manager, or Area Sales Leader in upscale, full-service, or select-service hotels required

Strong experience managing sales programs, developing new business, and growing existing key accounts

Demonstrated results in exceeding revenue goals and sales forecasts

Knowledge of hotel sales systems, Delphi, Opera, Opera Cloud, or similar PMS and SFA systems preferred

Strong understanding of hospitality sales, revenue management, business development, and market analysis

Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills

Willingness to be active in the Philadelphia community including CVB, Chamber, and civic organizations

Ability to work flexible hours and travel for sales calls and community events as needed

High-volume hotel experience and experience in the Philadelphia market preferred

Apply Now - Director of Sales located in Philadelphia, PA - Old City Philadelphia

If you would like to be considered for this position, email your resume to Megan Black at megan.black@geckohospitality.com