Director of Sales

Job description

Director of Sales

Home2 Suited by Hilton Oxford, MS

Home2 Suites by Hilton Oxford is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Director of Sales to lead revenue growth for our property. In this role you will be responsible for developing and executing strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets across room nights and meeting room rental while keeping ownership and leadership informed on progress toward those goals. You will identify new business opportunities, manage existing accounts, and build a strong pipeline of corporate, group, and leisure bookings that drive consistent occupancy and revenue performance. The ideal candidate is a relationship builder at heart with a deep understanding of the hospitality industry and local market landscape. You will cultivate and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships by taking the time to understand each customer's business objectives and needs. Clear and effective communication with hotel staff, potential clients, and hotel guests is essential to success in this role, as is the ability to think critically and make sound, independent decisions that are in the best interest of the hotel. Strong professional writing skills are a must, as you will be responsible for crafting emails, proposals and contracts that are compelling, accurate, and strategically smart for the business. This role extends beyond the office as you will actively represent Home2 Suites at community events, networking functions, and occasional after hours engagements throughout Oxford. Above all, we are looking for a true team player who leads by example, is willing to roll up their sleeves, and understands that the success of the hotel is a collective effort. If you are a motivated sales professional with a passion for hospitality and a strong work ethic, we want to hear from you!

Benefits:

Team Members get access to Hilton's worldwide employee discounts. We also offer health, dental, vision, life, and other comprehensive insurance plans. Employees qualify for PTO as well.

Some responsibilities include:

Develop and execute strategic sales plans to drive revenue growth across room nights and meeting room rental

Identify and pursue new business opportunities while managing existing corporate, group, and leisure accounts

Build and nurture strong client relationships through professional proposals, contracts, and compelling presentations

Represent the hotel at community events, networking functions, and occasional after hours engagements throughout Oxford

Manage and maintain the hotel's Facebook and Instagram pages in accordance with Hilton's brand standards and guidelines

Collaborate closely with hotel staff and leadership as a hands‑on team player to support the overall success of the property

Skills

Proven experience as a Director of Sales or similar executive role

Experience in contract writing and execution

Knowledge of hotel processes and functions (HR, procurement, operations, brand standards etc.)

Strong analytical ability

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Outstanding organizational and leadership skills

Problem-solving aptitude

Schedule:

8 hour shifts

Holidays as needed

Monday to Friday

Weekends as needed

LRC2 Management is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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Worksite address

oxford, MS, 38655, US

Who can apply

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