Director of Sales and Marketing - Hotel Indigo Atlanta Midtown

Director of Sales and Marketing - Hotel Indigo Atlanta Midtown #26-1608 Atlanta, Georgia, United States Location Description Our historic hotel is located in the heart of Atlanta Midtown, where it takes its soul-infused design from the Fox Theatre located directly across the street, and places our guests just steps from countless local gems. Guests and locals alike mingle on our patio and in our bar, where you can feel the energy and rhythm of our neighborhood. Our pet-friendly hotel even has its own live-in furry resident, Indie. Job Description Position Summary: The Director of Sales administers, directs, manages and controls the sales and marketing department to maximize sales revenue for the hotel and ensure an aggressive approach by all sales staff to meet budgeted goals and key hotel drivers. While the Director of Sales reports directly to the General Manager, the Regional Sales and Marketing Manager will interface and assist in the direction of the Sales and Marketing function at the property. Core Responsibilities Develop sales strategies for property, including targeted market segments, rate management, solicitation procedures and advertising. Develop a realistic annual marketing plan, forecast with monthly reviews to update and modify as required by market conditions. Emphasize control procedures and yield management to assure a proper balance of rate availability to market demand. Establish and execute an effective outside sales program. Direct internal servicing of groups. Act in concert with hotel management team and property General Manager. Train all sales and marketing staff, holding them accountable to actionable results. Work in a cooperative and friendly manner with fellow associates. Practice a culture of guest service in all you do; promote courtesy, goodwill and a positive attitude in each and every encounter. Perform any reasonable request as assigned or directed by General Manager. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong business communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written 3 years proven hotel sales experience, demonstrating creative thinking and results-driven leadership skills High work ethic and self-initiative Strong computer skills in Microsoft Suite Some travel may be required Regular attendance according to established guidelinesMay be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the property Must possess basic computational ability Focus and maintain attention to tasks, and complete work assignments on time despite frequent interruptions Ability to maintain excellent relationships with staff and maintain staff and guest confidentiality at all times Ability to participate in, and at times lead departmental and/or hotel team meetings This job description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions that are required of an employee in this position. Therefore, other duties may be asked of an employee in this position from time to time. Requirements Physical Requirements: Sit, stand and walk for varying lengths of time Lift approximately ten (10) pounds Good communication skills, both written and verbal Grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, pulling, pushing, listening and hearing ability and visual ability Must have finger dexterity to be able to operate office equipment such as computers, printers, multi-line phone, filing cabinets, photocopiers and other office equipment as needed Status Full-time Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws #J-18808-Ljbffr RadNet, Inc.