Director of Sales (Entry-Level) at Landmark Hotel Group

Director of Sales (Entry-Level Position)Location: Candlewood Suites Virginia BeachFull-TimeCore Responsibilities:Generate maximum revenue in the rooms and/or catering departments through achievement of specific revenue consumption and revenue booking goal levels in support of the hotels established merchandising strategies.Actively support the Aggressive Revenue Growth element of the property and company Mission Statements by championing assigned market segments and priorities.Provide proactive guest service and timely follow up that meets or exceeds company standards.Contribute toward the maintenance of a professional and ethical image for the Sales and Catering departments of the hotel.Function as a key member of the hotels management team.Qualifications:Hotel experience is requiredDemonstrated sales ability Do it now and Yes I can approachGuest first approachOutgoing inquisitive personalityExcellent verbal and written communication skillsGoal orientedDemonstrated closing skillsDirect sales experience in a full service hotel of a comparable (or upscale) brand market position average rate level and appropriate hands on market segment experienceBachelor degree in Hotel/Restaurant ManagementOperational/service background or orientationKnowledge of Food and Beverage (catering)Wellness Benefits:MedicalDentalVisionGenerous Paid Time OffColonial Life Supplemental InsurancePlanning for Future:401(k) with company matchLife insuranceTraining and Development OpportunitiesRewards:Incentive based bonus programPerformance based bonusEmployee discountsDiscounts for friends and familyOur focus is to deliver genuine heart-felt service - service to our guests service to our community and service to each other. Our companys culture can be best described as a family joined by a shared set of values vision and mission. Our success is driven by our people - a pool of dedicated team leaders and associates. The hallmarks of our culture are quality integrity and service.If this sounds like the place for you and you share the same values....Join Us!Landmark Hotel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or disability status.For more information about joining the Landmark Family please visit Suites Virginia Beach4437 Bonney RoadVirginia Beach VA 23462Call Us: Required Experience:Director Key Skills Crisis Management,Marketing,Public Relations,Fundraising,Media Relations,Constant Contact,Strategic Planning,Social Media Management,Team Management,Public Speaking,Wordpress,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1