Director of Sales

Hotel 55 Chicago is a distinguished hospitality establishment located at 55 E Ontario St, Chicago, Illinois. Owned and operated by Coury Hospitality, an independent franchisee separate from Marriott International, Inc., this hotel prides itself on delivering exceptional guest experiences through dedicated service and operational excellence. Operating within the competitive Chicago hotel market, Hotel 55 Chicago caters to both business and leisure travelers, offering a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere enhanced by modern amenities and personalized guest services. As a franchisee-operated hotel, Coury Hospitality oversees all employment aspects, ensuring tailored management practices and competitive benefits for its staff. This position offers full-time employment with a salary range from $150,000 to $160,000 annually and includes comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and 401K plans. The company is committed to equal opportunity employment and fostering an inclusive workplace environment.

The role of Director of Sales & Marketing at Hotel 55 Chicago is a critical leadership position responsible for overseeing the hotel's sales and marketing functions. The successful candidate will spearhead the development and execution of strategic sales and marketing plans aimed at increasing revenue, market share, and customer base expansion. This role demands a dynamic leader with proven expertise in hospitality sales and marketing, capable of leading a team to achieve ambitious targets while maintaining strong client and partner relationships. The Director will analyze market trends and competitive intelligence to identify opportunities and challenges, ensuring the hotel remains competitive and innovative in its marketing approaches. Collaboration with other hotel departments is essential to ensure the alignment and effective implementation of sales strategies that support overall business goals. This position requires a seasoned sales and marketing professional with strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills, experience with CRM systems and marketing automation tools, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.