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Opportunity: Director of Sales & Marketing Develop and execute strategic sales and marketing plans against a defined hotel budget to maximize revenues through direct sales, marketing, e-commerce channels, public relations and community partnerships. Your Growth Path Area Director of Sales – Regional Director of Sales – Corporate Director of Sales – VP of Sales Your Focus Develop a strong Ecommerce presence managing internet market and social media opportunities and relationships. Work in partnership with the Director of Revenue Management to develop, communicate and implement sales strategies, mix of business, channel management, and pricing strategies. Use internal and external resources and data to develop strategic plans to incorporate all business segments. Understand sales and business processes, support corporate and hotel goals and contribute to enhancement of customer value. Identify customer business requirements and craft customer offers, which result in increased revenue share for the hotel. Monitor achievement of objectives for the sales team and take appropriate action to correct shortfalls versus the annual marketing plan. Achieve annual hotel revenue goals as agreed upon and established in the annual budget. Maintain hotel relationships with key accounts to increase customer satisfaction and account revenue. Use professional sales techniques to negotiate the best possible terms and conditions that satisfy customer (internal and external) requirements. Articulate and leverage the benefits of the hotel to close sales opportunities. Prepare and maintain a current annual marketing plan with measurable and specific initiatives detailed to maintain and grow each business segment. Accept leadership responsibilities by modeling proper selling techniques, effective development of others and commitment to industry and personal development. Develop effective presentations (orally and written) where ideas, opinions, recommendations and conclusions are clearly understood. Interview, select, train, schedule, coach and support associates, ensuring they perform in accordance with established brand or hotel standards and consistent with HHM core values. Travel locally to conduct outside calls, promote the hotel and review competition. Perform other duties as requested by management. Your Background and Skills Four-year college degree required; additional/advanced degree coursework in business administration, marketing and communications a plus. Previous sales experience in a comparable hotel size and scope required with operations experience preferred. Public relations and community marketing experience required. Proficient in use of Excel, Word, Delphi and access database tools. HHM Benefits and Perks Medical, Dental and Vision Health Insurance Paid Time Off 401k Company Match Free Basic Life Insurance Travel Discounts Commuter Transit and Commuter Parking Benefits Quarterly Bonuses and Incentives Employee Assistance and Wellness Program Educational/Professional Development Technology Reimbursements Work Environment and Context Work schedule varies and may include occasionally working on holidays, weekends. Required to sit for extended periods, lift up to 10 pounds, bend, reach, use hands and fingers to operate keyboard. Moderate travel between hotel and client’s locations required. What We Believe People Are Our Capability – Hearts That Serve – Only Excellence – Stay Nimble - Own It About Us

An ideal hotel in the coveted Dupont Circle neighborhood, The St. Gregory Hotel sits within walking distance of the city’s most iconic neighborhoods including boutique-filled Georgetown and the restaurant filled Foggy Bottom. Guests can easily stroll along the Potomac River and explore the monuments and memorials of the National Mall, or wander Georgetown’s charming cobblestone streets. Whether you’re in town for business or pleasure, The St. Gregory Hotel is the ideal place to stay and relax in the heart of Washington’s most sought-after neighborhood. This property is a part of the Echelon Luxury & Lifestyle division of HHM Hotels. HHM Hotels is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other group protected by law. To see other opportunities at this location, Share this job opportunity to a friend, colleague, or family member: