Opportunity: Director of Sales & Marketing
The St. Gregory Hotel, a premier independent property in HHM Hotels's Echelon Divison, is searching for a dynamic Director of Sales and Marketing to join our team. We are looking for a sales leader with proven expertise in the DC market and a passion for lifestyle hotels. This role calls for a forward-thinking professional who can drive revenue through innovative strategies, cultivate strong client relationships, and foster a motivated, high-performing sales team.
Your Growth
Area Director of Sales – Regional Director of Sales – Corporate Director of Sales – VP of Sales
Your Focuses
Develop a strong Ecommerce presence managing internet market and social media opportunities and relationships.Work in partnership with the Director of Revenue Management to develop, communicate and implement sales strategies, mix of business, channel management, and pricing strategies.Use internal and external resources and data to develop strategic plans to incorporate all business segments.Understand sales and business processes, support corporate and hotel goals and contribute to enhancement of customer value.Identify customer business requirements and craft customer offers, which result in increased revenue share for the hotel.Monitor achievement of objectives for the sales team and take appropriate action to correct shortfalls versus the annual marketing plan.Achieve annual hotel revenue goals as agreed upon and established in the annual budget.Maintain hotel relationships with key accounts to increase customer satisfaction and account revenue.Use professional sales techniques to negotiate the best possible terms and conditions that satisfy customer (internal and external) requirements.Articulate and leverage the benefits of the hotel to close sales opportunities.Prepare and maintain a current annual marketing plan with measurable and specific initiatives detailed to maintain and grow each business segment.Accept leadership responsibilities by modeling proper selling techniques, effective development of others and commitment to industry and personal development. Develop effective presentations (orally and written) where ideas, opinions, recommendations and conclusions are clearly understood.Interview, select, train, schedule, coach and support associates, ensuring they perform in accordance with established brand or hotel standards and consistent with HHM core values. Travel locally to conduct outside calls, promote the hotel and review competition.Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.Perform other duties as requested by management.Your Background and Skills
Four-year college degree required; additional/advanced degree coursework in business administration, marketing and communications a plus.Previous sales experience in a comparable hotel size and scope required with operations experience preferred.Public relations and community marketing experience required.Proficient in use of Excel, Word, Delphi and access database tools.HHM Benefits and Perks
Medical, Dental and Vision Health InsurancePaid Time Off401k Company MatchFree Basic Life InsuranceTravel DiscountsCommuter Transit and Commuter Parking BenefitsQuarterly Bonuses and IncentivesEmployee Assistance and Wellness ProgramEducational/Professional DevelopmentTechnology Reimbursements
Work Environment and Context
Work schedule varies and may include occasionally working on holidays, weekends.Required to sit for extended periods, lift up to 10 pounds, bend, reach, use hands and fingers to operate keyboard.Moderate travel between hotel and client’s locations required.What We Believe
People Are Our Capability – Hearts That Serve – Only Excellence – Stay Nimble - Own It
The compensation range for this role is $130,000.00-$140,000.00 and the determined salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience within the hospitality industry.
About UsAn ideal hotel in the coveted Dupont Circle neighborhood, The St. Gregory Hotel sits within walking distance of the city’s most iconic neighborhoods including boutique-filled Georgetown and the restaurant filled Foggy Bottom. Guests can easily stroll along the Potomac River and explore the monuments and memorials of the National Mall, or wander Georgetown’s charming cobblestone streets. Whether you’re in town for business or pleasure, The St. Gregory Hotel is the ideal place to stay and relax in the heart of Washington’s most sought-after neighborhood.
This property is a part of the Echelon Luxury & Lifestyle division of HHM Hotels.
HHM Hotels is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other group protected by law.
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