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Director of Sales

•Hotel SpringHill Suites by Marriott

•Cromwell, CT Full-Time |

Salaried Position Salary:

$60,000

•67,000 annually + Performance Bonus SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Cromwell, Connecticut is seeking a motivated, results-driven Director of Sales to lead the hotel's sales efforts and drive revenue growth. We are looking for a hands-on sales professional who will actively pursue new business, build strong client relationships, grow existing accounts, and convert sales opportunities into measurable room revenue. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute sales strategies to grow corporate, group, negotiated-rate, and extended-stay business. Prospect and develop new corporate accounts throughout Cromwell, Middletown, Greater Hartford, and surrounding markets. Conduct regular outside sales calls, client visits, property tours, networking, and community outreach. Maintain and grow relationships with existing corporate and group accounts. Consistently develop and maintain a strong, qualified sales pipeline. Respond to sales leads and RFPs promptly and follow through until business is won or lost. Negotiate corporate rates and group agreements while protecting hotel profitability. Solicit corporate meetings, project crews, sports teams, wedding blocks, training programs, relocation business, and extended stays. Identify companies and organizations generating room-night demand within the hotel's market. Track account production and actively follow up with inactive and underperforming accounts. Monitor competitors, market demand, local developments, and upcoming events for new revenue opportunities. Work closely with the General Manager and Revenue Manager on pricing, occupancy, need dates, forecasting, and revenue opportunities. Maintain accurate and current sales activity, account, lead, and production records. Provide weekly sales reports covering calls, outside visits, qualified accounts, leads, booked business, negotiated-rate progress, revenue generated, and next actions. Participate in weekly revenue and management meetings. Maintain consistent follow-up on all qualified sales opportunities. Represent the hotel professionally within the local business community. Qualifications Bachelor's degree required; degree in Business Administration, Hospitality/Hotel Management, Marketing, Sales, or a related field is preferred. At least two (2) years of hotel experience is preferred. Marriott experience is a strong plus. Proven ability to prospect, develop accounts, and generate new business. Strong communication, negotiation, organization, and follow-up skills. Comfortable with cold calling, prospecting, and conducting outside sales visits. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and be accountable for measurable sales results. Knowledge of the Cromwell, Middletown, Greater Hartford, and surrounding Connecticut markets is a plus. Experience with hotel sales, PMS, CRM, and revenue-management systems is beneficial. Must have reliable transportation

Compensation & Benefits Salary:

$60,000

•67,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

Performance Bonus:

Opportunity to earn bonus structure based on achievement of hitting revenue goals. Eligible after 90 days of employment.

Paid Vacation:

Eligible for one (1) week of paid vacation after successfully completing 90 days of employment .

Paid Holidays:

Eligible for seven (7) paid holidays in accordance with company policy.

Health Benefits:

Eligible to participate in available company health benefit plans, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Retirement Benefits:

Eligible to participate in available company retirement benefits, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Additional Benefits:

Access to other eligible employee benefit programs administered through Paychex , subject to applicable plan terms and enrollment requirements. Marriott Employee hotel stay discount subject to hotel availability

Job Type:

Full-Time 9:00 AM

•5:00 PM MONDAY to Friday and some evenings needed for networking events and couple weekends for wedding trade shows

Location:

Cromwell, Connecticut We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to any status protected by applicable law.

Pay:

$60,000.00

•$67,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have at least 2 years of hotel experience or relevant sales experience? What is you salary expectations? Anything we should know that will standout?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Language:

English (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Cromwell, CT 06416 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person