Director of Sales

Description Director of Sales

Home2 Suites at Medical Park, Wilmington is seeking an experienced DOS to join in our efforts to operate a first class operation that exceeds revenue, profit, and guest satisfaction goals.

• This individual would be responsible for building new accounts to meet/exceed revenue goals. This will consist of telephone, internet and email solicitations; outside sales calls; site inspections; RFP responses; written communications; and file maintenance.
• Would oversee all group sales activities to maximize revenue potential. Participate in daily revenue meetings, sales strategy meetings, pre-convention meetings, training and other sales related meetings as required.
• Work with other departments within the hotel to provide quality service to our guests. Maintain knowledge of market, competition and customers.
• Work with General Managers and Revenue Managers to build revenue and accounts.

• The Ideal candidate will possess previous work experience as a Director of Sales. Position requires a hands-on style to include actively prospecting and qualifying new business.
• Requires good communication skills both verbal and written. Must possess good computer skills, including Google Docs and Microsoft applications.
• Ability to effectively communicate in a friendly and positive manner with internal and external customers. Ability to communicate customer needs.
• Ability to establish and master goals. Ability to identify and develop new accounts and markets. Ability to make independent judgments and function with minimal or no supervision.
• Must possess flexibility to travel when necessary, work on holidays and/or weekends if necessary and participate in the MOD (manager on duty) program.