We're on the lookout for a director of sales committed to helping our busy hotel meet its sales goals. You will be responsible for designing our sales strategy and revenue targets, training and evaluating our sales personnel, and ensuring that we generate new and recurring business through various areas of revenue. Our ideal applicant is a leader, innovator, and hard worker with 5+ years of sales experience. If you are looking to drive revenue for a top-notch hotel, apply today! Compensation: $55,000 - $65,000 Responsibilities: Organize meetings with department heads, report on sales activity for the previous and upcoming weeks, and produce a monthly expense report for all hotel sales-related expenses

Boost revenue and increase new guest visits through strategic outbound sales efforts that may include phone solicitation to local professionals, corporations, and members of your personal network

Design a strategy to meet hotel financial goals, create marketing deliverables, and develop an annual sales forecast by analyzing market data

Develop and implement sales strategies that maintain high levels of occupancy and profitability through coordination with department managers

Create methods to help the sales team reach and surpass monthly room booking targets that are in line with the hotel's overall revenue management goals

Qualifications: Proven track record of sales success in lead-generation and closing skills

Excellent leadership skills, analytical skills, and communication skills

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) and a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Prior experience of 5+ years as a sales professional in a related field is required

Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office

About Company Welcome to the Holiday Inn Kansas City Downtown! We are nestled between the River Market and the Central Business District of Kansas City, right down the street from the KC Street Car. The Holiday Inn Kansas City Downtown is a short 2-minute drive from the Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) and a 20-minute drive from the Kansas City International Airport (MCI). The Holiday Inn Kansas City Downtown offers a very unique stay experience. The newly renovated rooms have amazing comfort, cleanliness, and service with a taste of luxury for all travelers visiting the city. Guests can expect Complimentary Wi-Fi access throughout the hotel. Access to a state-of-the-art fitness center.