Overview
Director of Talent Excellence @ HVMG | Driving Top Talent Acquisition
As the Director of Sales & Marketing for the Doubletree Lexington, you will lead the sales team in driving revenue through strategic planning, account management, and new business development. Youll build strong client relationships, oversee group and corporate sales efforts, and collaborate with hotel leadership to meet and exceed revenue goals. This role requires strong leadership, sales expertise, and a passion for hospitality.
Key Responsibilities
Build excellent relationships with clients, third parties, and community organizations to generate business for the hotel. Provide strategic direction to the sales and catering team to achieve revenue goals and maximize performance.
Guide the sales and catering team to achieve monthly revenue goals, including developing action plans, analyzing data, reporting results, and overseeing marketing efforts.
Collaborate with hotel leadership and report to the General Manager.
Position as a springboard to higher roles in larger hotels or more complex markets, such as national sales or a third-party planner position; may lead toward General Manager.
Education & Experience
A college degree or two years of hotel experience
5 years of experience in Hotel Sales Department with a proven track record of sales growth, experience in social media marketing, sourcing and booking group accounts, active membership in influential hotel sales organizations, and knowledge of sales systems (Delphi preferred)
Lexington Market Experience, Highly Preferred
Hilton Experience, Highly Preferred
Additional consideration will be given to applicants who have completed special certifications.
Additional Requirements
Technical Requirements:
Create and lead profitable and cost-effective marketing and sales programs
Craft and monitor effective social media hotel marketing campaigns
Direct and coordinate an impactful advertising program
Analyze and interpret various analytics and stay updated on competitive trends
Maintain consistent monitoring of results and adapt strategies
Ensure customers and clients are delighted
Leadership Requirements:
Effectively manage change and articulate the mission
Provide senior leadership to departments and inspire employees to achieve goals
Communicate goals and objectives clearly
Sell concepts and ideas to management, peers, and employees
Foster positive relationships with guests, groups, and other departments
Promote teamwork and high morale
Inspire, train, and develop employees for future growth
Experience in training and cross-training employees
Instill a "can-do" attitude in employees
Business Skills:
Strong knowledge of the Lexington Market and prior hotel selling experience
Engage with the local community to develop business opportunities and establish hotel credibility
Create an exceptional work environment that is fun, courteous, friendly, and professional
Demonstrate excellent time management and organizational skills
Proficient in computer skills, particularly with prior Hilton Pep experience
Attention to detail in client and associate follow-up
Excellent pricing and positioning abilities
Consistently achieve revenues that meet or exceed budget
Evaluate alternatives quickly and plan action accordingly
Teach a wide range of selling, detailing, and closing techniques
Proven track record in selling and negotiating
Balance the needs of clients, the company, and the owner
What Youll Need to Succeed
Eligible to work in the United States
Ability to read product labels and communicate job-related needs to guests
Physical ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, and lift as required with or without reasonable accommodations
Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays if needed
A warm, professional demeanor that reflects HVMGs Culture of Excellence
Why Our Associates Love HVMG
Career growth opportunities across our nationwide portfolio
Flexible scheduling (full-time and part-time options)
Bonus Eligibility
PTO and Paid Holidays
Full healthcare benefits: medical, dental, and vision
401(k) with guaranteed 4% match and no vesting period
Exclusive hotel and F&B discounts
About HVMG
Our Be Excellent culture is something we live. We believe that the hotel business offers opportunities for career growth at all levels and that you control your destiny.
The above job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position, nor should it be construed as a contract.
HVMG is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.
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