Director of Sales

Company: Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Location: Raleigh
Posted on: January 25, 2023

Job Description:

If you're looking for a career with Apple Leisure Group, please click here to view job postings. If you're looking for a career within World of Hyatt Inclusive Collection hotels, please click here to view job postings. Be part of our passionate and committed team!Posted: Jan 20, 2023SummaryJob Description:The Director of Sales will lead and manage all day-to-day activities with a focus on building long-term customer relationships that help in achieving property sales objectives. He/She will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of sales and marketing initiatives at the Hyatt Place Hotel RDU.The Director of Sales will partner with the General Manager, and Revenue Management team to strategically position the hotel in the market and drive revenue. This position will proactively engage in direct sales and business development tactics to increase top line revenue and achieve budgeted revenue numbers, RevPAR and market share goals.Specific duties include:

• Work with the management team to develop and execute sales strategies.
• Lead the sales effort of the hotel by securing new accounts, maintaining existing accounts and driving revenue.
• Identify new business leads by examining local market trends and competition activities.
• Develop and conduct persuasive verbal sales presentations to prospective clients.
• Plan and participate in sales blitzes.Job Requirements:4 or more years of successful hotel sales experience.College degree or equivalent is preferred.Hyatt Brands experience is a plus.Proficient in property management and sales systems including Reserve, Opera, Prio, Agency 360 and Envision.Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written. Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English. Must possess computer skills, including, but not limited to, use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Participate in Manager on Duty presence during peak arrival and departure times. This position is at a location where Hyatt is not the employer. The employer of individuals working at this hotel may be a third-party management company that is responsible for all employment benefits and obligations at this location. Miraval Berkshires Resort and Spa - Lenox , MA , US Our family is always growing. Want to be in the know?

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