IMMEDIATE OPENING for a Director of Sales for a small hotel in Anoka County, Minnesota (less than 25 miles
north-northwest of downtown Minneapolis) MN. Salary $70K to $78K plus quarterly 20% bonus opportunity and full benefits. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Sales Manager to move into a Director role. Hilton background a plus. Must have at least 2 years of Hotel Sales Manager experience.

Training and development programs available.
6 paid holidays throughout the year.
Exceptional benefits including elective Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplemental Insurance.
Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual starting on your first day of work.

Responsibilities:

The Director of Sales is responsible for the overall sales and marketing functions of the property. They will report directly to the General Manager and be responsible to achieve the budgeted goals of the property but do so with the highest amount of integrity and sound leadership. They will be also responsible for:

Soliciting new accounts to meet and exceed revenue goals.
Prospect for new clients which will include setting up appointments, perform inside and outside cold calls as recommended per solicitation goals.
Attend on-site and off-site sales blitzes and hotel tours.
Attend outside networking functions such as luncheons, chamber events, or other community/business-based networking receptions.
Use creativity and initiative to explore new ways to increase revenue.
Have flexibility, anticipate some scheduled weekend and evening hours, including participation in the Manager-On-Duty coverage.
Achieve weekly, monthly, & quarterly sales goals.

Requirements:

2 years of experience as a Director of Sales or Sales Manager preferred, along with the strong ability to:

communicate effectively in all situations
develop and monitor all revenue and sales opportunities.
monitor costs and adjust according to market conditions.
manage, train and motivate a diverse team.