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Director of Sales

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Milestone Service Awards
Access to Pay During the Pay Period
Paid holidays
Health Insurance
401k with employer match
paid time off (PTO)
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
mental health benefits
Disability insurance
Professional Development & Support

Job Description

The Director of Sales role at the River Inn of Harbor Town is a key leadership position focused on driving the hotel's revenue growth through strategic sales initiatives. This full-time, onsite opportunity is based in Jackson, Mississippi, where the successful candidate will be part of a passionate team dedicated to enhancing the hotel's market presence across multiple segments, including group bookings, corporate clients, leisure travelers, and special events. In collaboration with the General Manager and Revenue Management team, the Director of Sales will play a pivotal role in shaping pricing strategies, forecasting performance, and ensuring sales goals align with the... Show More

Job Requirements

  • bachelor's degree preferred
  • minimum 5 years of hotel sales experience
  • at least 2 years in a leadership role
  • proficiency in CRM and PMS software
  • strong communication and negotiation skills
  • ability to work onsite in Jackson, MS
  • availability for travel to industry events

Job Qualifications

  • 5+ years of hotel sales experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
  • strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
  • experience in revenue forecasting and using CRM/PMS tools
  • bachelor's degree in hospitality, marketing, or business (preferred)

Job Duties

  • Lead and motivate the sales team to achieve revenue goals
  • identify new business opportunities and maintain a strong sales pipeline
  • collaborate on pricing strategies and forecast performance
  • represent the hotel at networking events and industry trade shows
  • cultivate key partnerships with corporate clients, travel planners, and local organizations

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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