Sales Director - Silver City, NM

Lodging Host Hotel Corp is currently seeking a full time Director of Sales to join our team at our historic Murray Hotel. The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service skills, be able to multitask, have great organizational and time management skills, an outgoing personality, and the desire to advance within the company. They should have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and maintain a professional demeanor. Should be able to work well with little to no supervision and also have the ability to work well within a team setting. The employee will need experience in customer service, data entry, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. Special consideration will be given to candidates with past hotel experience.

Job Duties:

• Plan, organize, and execute sales programs at the direction of the General Manager and Corporate Director of Marketing.
• Work with General Manager, Regional Director and Corporate Director of Marketing on annual Marketing Plans.
• Know competition as well as community.
• Keep daily sales calls database updated.
• Obtain information on prospective accounts.
• Use available sales tools and tailor sales material to property's needs.
• Follow-up on sales leads for individual and group business.
• Create proposals and contracts for new accounts and groups.
• Work closely with the General Manager to monitor Special Event Dates, room allocations and seasonal demand to maximize room revenues.
• Coordinate gifts for groups, VIP clients and previous guests.
• Attend Training Seminars and Out of Town Sales Meetings.

Working Conditions:

• Will be required to work in an occasionally fast paced environment.
• Must be present to welcome groups and VIP clients.
• A large portion of your time will be spent outside of the property, so individual must be self-motivated and able to manage their time effectively.
• Position will require occasional out of town travel. Reimbursed for mileage and expenses.
• Monthly Bonuses based on production.
• All employees are required to submit to drug test and background check before they are invited to join our team.

Required license:

Must have valid driver's license Must have a suitable vehicle

Education:

High School Diploma Required College Degree not required, but preferred.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$40,000.00

• $45,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

Hotel Sales:

1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person