Task Force - Director of Sales

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401k Company Match
Life insurance
Travel Discounts
Commuter Transit Benefits
Commuter parking benefits
Employee assistance program
Wellness Program
Educational development
Professional Development
Technology Reimbursements
Referral Bonus Program

Job Description

HHM Hotels is a premier hospitality company recognized for its extensive portfolio of full-service, luxury, select-service, and boutique properties. Operating within the dynamic and highly competitive hotel industry, HHM Hotels successfully manages both branded and independent collections known for their exceptional quality and customer service. The company holds a strong commitment to excellence, reflected through its core values that emphasize people as their greatest capability, hearts that serve, relentless pursuit of excellence, agility in operations, and a sense of ownership among team members. This philosophy enables HHM Hotels to deliver outstanding experiences for guests while maintaining a nurturing work environment for its employees.

As a Task Force Director of Sales at HHM Hotels, you will play a vital leadership role by stepping into various hotel properties to direct and guide sales teams during critical coverage periods, both short-term and long-term. This role demands a high level of flexibility, strategic thinking, and the ability to rapidly adapt to the distinctive needs and business models of diverse properties ranging from luxury resorts to boutique hotels. You will act as a pivotal figure in driving revenue growth while upholding the brand standards and core values of HHM Hotels. Your leadership will involve mentoring associates, managing comprehensive sales plans, and ensuring the alignment of operational objectives with corporate goals.

The Task Force Director of Sales must demonstrate expertise in strategic sales management and business intelligence, leveraging internal and external market data to drive effective sales strategies across all segments of the hotel business. Your responsibilities will include fostering strong relationships with key accounts, overseeing negotiation processes, and ensuring all sales initiatives contribute to achieving the hotel’s revenue targets. This leadership role also includes direct engagement in marketing activities, communication of sales performance to stakeholders, and continuous development of sales talent. With an emphasis on collaboration and professional growth, you will model elite sales techniques and support your teams in reaching their full potential.

In this role, you must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment where adaptability and quick decision-making are essential. HHM Hotels values individuals who exhibit a proactive approach and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer value. Your travel across the United States to support multiple hotel locations will be an integral part of your routine, facilitating market analysis and promoting the properties effectively.

This position requires significant travel, flexible scheduling including weekends and holidays based on project needs, and the physical ability to manage the demands of extended periods of sitting, as well as moderate lifting and mobility between properties. HHM Hotels offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package emphasizing health, wellness, and professional development. Join HHM Hotels to become part of a culture that believes firmly in its people, values service excellence, encourages nimbleness, and fosters a strong sense of ownership.

Job Requirements

  • Four-year college degree required
  • Previous hotel sales experience required
  • Operations experience preferred
  • Familiarity with Marriott and Hilton systems a significant advantage
  • Proven experience in public relations and community marketing
  • Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, Delphi, and access database tools
  • Ability to travel extensively within the United States
  • Willingness to work varied schedules including holidays and weekends
  • Physical ability to sit for extended periods, lift up to 10 pounds, and operate a keyboard
  • Moderate mobility between hotel properties and client locations

Job Qualifications

  • Four-year college degree
  • Previous hotel sales experience
  • Familiarity with Marriott and Hilton systems
  • Proven experience in public relations and community marketing
  • Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, Delphi, and access database tools
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Demonstrated leadership and coaching abilities

Job Duties

  • Interview, select, train, and coach associates to ensure they excel in brand standards while living HHM core values
  • Use internal and external data to develop comprehensive plans that capture all business segments
  • Understand sales processes to support corporate goals and enhance overall customer value
  • Identify customer requirements and craft compelling offers that increase the hotel's revenue share
  • Track sales team objectives and implement corrective actions to stay aligned with the annual marketing plan
  • Drive the hotel toward annual revenue targets established in the budget
  • Maintain and grow relationships with key accounts to boost customer satisfaction and loyalty
  • Use professional sales techniques to secure the best possible terms for both the customer and the hotel
  • Articulate the unique benefits of each property to successfully close sales opportunities
  • Manage a current marketing plan with specific, measurable initiatives for every business segment
  • Model elite selling techniques and commit to the ongoing development of your team and yourself
  • Develop oral and written presentations that clearly convey recommendations and conclusions
  • Travel locally during assignments to conduct outside calls, promote the property, and analyze the competition

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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