Director of Sales

We’re Hiring: Director of Sales Helix Hospitality | Hampton Inn & Suites – Birmingham/Eagle Point, AL Helix Hospitality is searching for a driven, results-focused Director of Sales to lead revenue growth at our Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham/Eagle Point property. This isn't a hotel that needs to be fixed. It's a hotel that's ready to grow. Fully renovated in 2024, our property features a refreshed product and a fantastic team delivering guest satisfaction results among the highest within the Hampton brand. You'll have a great hotel to sell, a team that takes pride in what they do, and the opportunity to make a real impact. Now we're looking for a sales leader who knows how to turn those advantages into revenue. We're not looking for someone to wait for the phone to ring. We're looking for someone who makes it ring. Why Birmingham/Eagle Point? Located along Birmingham's busy Highway 280 corridor, our hotel is positioned to capture business from a diverse mix of demand generators: Corporate & Professional Services – Businesses throughout the Highway 280 corridor and greater Birmingham area Healthcare & Medical – Regional healthcare facilities, medical professionals, and visiting patients and families Retail & Leisure – Shopping, dining, entertainment, and weekend travel Construction & Development – Contractors, project teams, and commercial development Group & Social Business – Weddings, sports teams, reunions, and local events What You’ll Own As Director of Sales, you'll take ownership of top-line revenue growth, account development, and market share performance . You will: Aggressively pursue new business through prospecting, outside sales calls, networking, and community involvement Develop strong relationships with local businesses, corporate accounts, healthcare organizations, and group clients Identify opportunities to capture business from competitors and grow market share Partner with the General Manager and Revenue Management team to maximize occupancy, ADR, and RevPAR Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline with clear 30-60-90 day strategies Monitor competitor activity, market trends, and upcoming demand generators Participate in brand and Helix revenue calls with meaningful insights, actionable strategies, and accountability Turn sales activity into measurable production - not just reports about activity What Success Looks Like You're visible in the community and connected to the right decision-makers You're consistently uncovering new accounts while growing existing relationships You're building a healthy pipeline that drives business today and supports future months You're using market intelligence and performance data to stay ahead of the competition You're not waiting for business to find you - you're out there earning it What You Bring Proven hotel sales experience, preferably with Hilton or another major hotel brand Strong prospecting, relationship-building, negotiating, and closing skills Familiarity with the Birmingham market or the ability to quickly establish a strong local network Experience developing corporate, group, and negotiated-rate business An understanding of hotel performance metrics, revenue strategy, and market share A competitive, self-motivated mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability The ability to work independently while collaborating with hotel and corporate leadership Why Helix Hospitality? At Helix Hospitality, we believe great results start with great people. We're building a culture where leaders are empowered to take ownership, challenge the status quo, and make a meaningful impact. You'll be part of an organization that: Values initiative, accountability, and measurable results Encourages creativity and fresh approaches to driving revenue Provides corporate sales and revenue management support Invests in leadership development and professional growth Celebrates wins while continuously challenging ourselves to get better We don't believe in maintaining the status quo. We believe in moving FORWARD. The Bottom Line A renovated hotel. A fantastic team. A market full of opportunity. We've got the foundation. Now we need the sales leader who knows how to capitalize on it. If you're competitive, relationship-driven, and energized by winning new business, we want to hear from you. Birmingham has the business. Are you the person who can go get it? Join Helix Hospitality at Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham/Eagle Point and make your mark. #J-18808-Ljbffr