Hotel Regional Director of Sales | Philadelphia | Salary to $120k

Job Description

Job Description

Area Director of Sales - Multi-Property Portfolio - Old City Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA 19106

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 Base + Bonus Incentives

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We are looking for a strategic and hands-on Area Director of Sales to lead sales and revenue performance for a growing portfolio of select-service and extended-stay hotels across multiple markets, anchored by an upscale historic property in Old City Philadelphia.

If you are looking for a rewarding career in hospitality sales leadership and want to travel the road to success, we want to hear from you. This is a great opportunity to join a growing owner-operator just minutes from Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, and Center City Philadelphia.

Are you a dedicated multi-unit sales leader with a passion for coaching teams, driving revenue, and going the extra mile? If this sounds like you, apply today for our locations in Philadelphia, PA.

At our company, success is measured by the quality of the relationships we build with one another, our guests, and our strategic partners. We are inspired to create and driven to optimize performance. Our mission is to create exceptional value and experiences for our guests, team members, and stakeholders through innovative hotel management and dedicated hospitality.

We are dedicated to delivering exemplary services in a home-like environment and being the lodging provider of choice in the markets we serve. We provide our team members with unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional development and we are creating a hospitality company whose future is unlimited and whose values reflect the dedication and passion of our employees. If you are a hospitality professional who truly cares about people, performance, and purpose, apply today.

The Area Director of Sales is responsible for leading sales, revenue, and marketing efforts across a portfolio of hotels to maximize revenue and ensure operational excellence. This role serves as the key link between property leadership and corporate support and drives revenue, team performance, and brand standards.

Sales and Revenue Performance:

Lead daily revenue analysis and monitor SRP and LOS trends to maximize revenue. Perform deep dives on underperforming properties to identify lost business and opportunities. Develop custom sales tactics and new business targeting strategies with hotel teams. Oversee the retention and acquisition of accounts by growing existing accounts and generating new business to a level that meets or exceeds sales forecasts. Execute all aspects of sales and marketing plans to surpass revenue goals. Respond to RFPs for the portfolio and oversee the yielding of group blocks for better rate management. Attend weekly revenue, marketing, and brand communication calls.

Operational Excellence and Sales Coaching:

Manage day-to-day communication, coaching, and ongoing training of General Managers and Directors of Sales. Monitor property sales performance including production, sales calls, and conversion. Conduct regular on-site property walks and surprise evening and weekend visits to ensure brand and service standards. Serve as sales coverage during DOS vacancies and support fellow Directors as needed. Make sales calls, both inside and outside, for prospecting and maintenance of current accounts.

Financial and Reporting Oversight:

Review sales production reports, STAR reports, and pace reports. Assist with annual sales and marketing budgets and complete monthly revenue recaps. Ensure proper systems are being utilized to track all sales files, sales calls, and production of various rate plans for the hotels. Work with the General Manager to analyze sales and marketing reports.

Brand and Asset Management:

Serve as primary contact for brand sales audits, brand marketing initiatives, and system cutovers. Ensure all brand-required sales training is completed. Attend CVB and Chamber of Commerce events and serve on local boards as a company representative to maintain a strong presence in the community. Maintain knowledge of events in the area and at competitor hotels.

Leadership and Employee Development:

Lead onboarding of new GMs and DOSs and foster a culture of accountability and continuous development. Assist with interviews for GM, DOS, and Department Head roles, conduct annual reviews, and assist with employee relations as needed. Support recruitment and training at the property level.

Overall, the Area Director of Sales will play a critical role in ensuring that the portfolio achieves superior revenue performance while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Benefits:

Competitive Base Salary $100,000 - $120,000 + Bonus Incentives

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

PTO

401k Company Match

Travel Discounts

Professional Development Opportunities

Unparalleled Opportunities for Personal and Professional Growth

Qualifications:

5+ years as Area Director of Sales, Regional Director of Sales, Multi-Unit Director of Sales, or Area Director of Operations with strong sales oversight required

Proven success leading sales for select-service and extended-stay hotels across Marriott, Hilton, IHG brands preferred

Strong financial acumen with expertise in revenue management, budgeting, forecasting, and NOI growth

Working knowledge of sales systems including Delphi, Opera, Opera Cloud, OnQ, FOSSE, and revenue tools

Ability to lead and develop remote teams, manage multiple priorities, and travel extensively, including nights and weekends

Experience with community engagement including CVB and Chamber of Commerce

Must demonstrate a positive, professional, and client-oriented attitude and constantly strive for improvements in work processes and results

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Since 2000, Gecko Hospitality has established itself as a premier recruiting partner for the hospitality and restaurant management industry, consistently connecting top-tier talent with exceptional career opportunities and supporting employers in building high‐performing leadership teams. With deep industry expertise and a nationwide recruiting network, Gecko delivers tailored, people‐focused hiring solutions that drive meaningful organizational impact.


Our professional recruiters bring a distinct advantage: they are former senior hospitality leaders who have managed operations, led teams, and delivered excellence across restaurants, hotels, private clubs, and other hospitality environments. This firsthand experience enables us to identify and engage candidates who are not only highly qualified but well‐equipped to excel in demanding leadership roles — from general managers and executive chefs to COOs and HR directors.


With more than 25 years of recruiting experience and over 45,000 successful placements across all 50 states and Canada, Gecko Hospitality has earned a reputation for integrity, credibility, and consistent results. Our core values — community, integrity, excellence, credibility, and passion — guide every interaction with both clients and candidates.


At Gecko Hospitality, we do more than fill positions. We create long‐term success for professionals and organizations by delivering strategic recruitment solutions that strengthen teams and elevate the hospitality industry as a whole.

Company Description

Since 2000, Gecko Hospitality has established itself as a premier recruiting partner for the hospitality and restaurant management industry, consistently connecting top-tier talent with exceptional career opportunities and supporting employers in building high‐performing leadership teams. With deep industry expertise and a nationwide recruiting network, Gecko delivers tailored, people‐focused hiring solutions that drive meaningful organizational impact.\r \rOur professional recruiters bring a distinct advantage: they are former senior hospitality leaders who have managed operations, led teams, and delivered excellence across restaurants, hotels, private clubs, and other hospitality environments. This firsthand experience enables us to identify and engage candidates who are not only highly qualified but well‐equipped to excel in demanding leadership roles — from general managers and executive chefs to COOs and HR directors.\r \rWith more than 25 years of recruiting experience and over 45,000 successful placements across all 50 states and Canada, Gecko Hospitality has earned a reputation for integrity, credibility, and consistent results. Our core values — community, integrity, excellence, credibility, and passion — guide every interaction with both clients and candidates.\r \rAt Gecko Hospitality, we do more than fill positions. We create long‐term success for professionals and organizations by delivering strategic recruitment solutions that strengthen teams and elevate the hospitality industry as a whole.