Role OverviewThe Area Director of Travel Industry Sales will develop and implement successful marketing and sales solicitation activities to secure new business from specified market segments across two properties. The role requires maintaining existing business clientele relationships, ensuring maximum profitability for the hotel and quality service for our guests.
What You Will Do
Key responsibilities include growing market share of the business travel accounts, developing and nurturing relationships with Travel Managers, Travel Agents and Hotel Chain National Sales Representatives, and researching demand generators in the local market.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a thorough understanding and competence in sales, account management functions, and the hotel/business travel industry across two properties. The role requires a strong desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment and excellent communication skills.
Requirements
- General knowledge of travel industry, current market trends and economic factors affecting supply and demand
- Hyatt sales experience preferred with working knowledge of system
- A minimum of 3 years of corporate hotel sales in a Full-Service Luxury property
- Must be proficient in general computer knowledge
- Ability to satisfactorily communicate in English (speak, read, write) with guests, co-workers and management to their understanding
- Punctuality and regular and reliable attendance
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