Director of Sales - Hyatt Place Baton Rouge (MRT1144337) (Baton Rouge, LA)

Director of Sales - Hyatt Place Baton Rouge (MRT1144337)

Job Summary We are currently on the hunt for a Director of Sales. The ultimate mission of this role will be to drive market share growth and guest satisfaction to one of Crestline s multi-million dollar business units by offering a strong disposition to revenue achievement and unparalleled customer service. Positioned as one of Crestline s Key Revenue Generation Leaders this is a phenomenal opportunity to Be given superior support from the Corporate level all the way from Sales & Marketing Operations Accounting IT and Human ResourcesMajor Responsiblities A strong predictor of success for the Director of Sales will be the ability to Quickly understand market conditions and provide leadership around maximizing opportunities for revenue growth from new and current customer base and nearby competition Drive a culture of success and effective sales tactics while mentoring the existing sales team Develop cohesion with the General Manager Revenue Management and Field Sales & Marketing staff to ensure alignment and open communication Possess excellent selling skills and style to connect quickly with customers The Director of Sales should also be able to work closely and collaborate effectively with All key leaders across the hotel to include the General Manager Assistant General Manager Front Office Manager and other Operational Leaders Crestline s Executive and Field Sales & Marketing Leadership and Revenue Management Additional Corporate Staff and key members across the Corporate level to include Human Resources Centralized Accounting and Senior Operations staff Key Accountabilities Strong focus on growth of Total Hotel Revenue and positive RevPAR Index Change Year-Over-Year - your ability to influence and increase these upon starting is key Understanding and execution of the Sales Process to effectively contract group business and secure corporate negotiated rate accounts Understand and champion the hotel s overall Business Plan with a strong focus on execution Ensure a strong understanding of the hotels Comp Set and provide any recommendations to the Field Sales Staff and General Manager Staff Optimization - ensure all newly hired and current sales staff understand their mission and have the tools to execute successfully on the Business Plan Develop and get to know key players to include Hotel Ownership and pertinent Field Corporate StaffJob Requirements High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) with 3-5 years of equivalent work experience - you have a passion for Hotel Sales coupled with a competitive hunter mentality Strong understanding of Hotel Sales and Comp Sets with a proven track record of success Exceptional communication skills both verbal and written - your ability to communicate and influence by word and writing is a must Basic Computer Skills - you must have the ability to communicate effectively through email as well as manipulate and analyze information quickly from spreadsheets and databasesIdeal Experience High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) with 3-5 years of equivalent work experience - you have a passion for Hotel Sales coupled with a competitive hunter mentality Strong understanding of Hotel Sales and Comp Sets with a proven track record of success Exceptional communication skills both verbal and written - your ability to communicate and influence by word and writing is a must Basic Computer Skills - you must have the ability to communicate effectively through email as well as manipulate and analyze information quickly from spreadsheets and databasesGeneral Franchise Info Hyatt Place Baton Rouge I-10 is conveniently located on Interstate 10 and across the street from the 1.6 million square foot Mall of Louisiana. Travel just 12 minutes and enjoy the numerous attractions of downtown Baton Rouge including the LSU Museum of Art the Old State Capitol and Main Street Market. Or hop on I-10 traveling south to discover the splendor of New Orleans. To submit your application for this job please go to s hospitality.greatjob.net jobtools jncustomsearch.viewFullSingle in_organid 18607& in_jnCounter 222545447& in_jobreference MRT%2F1144337 PeopleScout is the Recruiting Services Provider for World Class Hospitality Companies