What are the responsibilities and job description for the Canopy Chicago Central Loop - Director Sales & Marketing position at Aimbridge Hospitality?
Join Our Team as a Director of Sales & Marketing!
Are you ready to steer the ship as our next Director of Sales & Marketing? In this high-octane role, you’ll be the mastermind behind creative sales and marketing strategies that keep occupancy rates and revenue climbing ever higher. Picture yourself architecting winning plans, charming clients and colleagues alike with your silver-tongued negotiation skills, and making deals that stick. You’ll be the fearless leader who rallies the team, sparks motivation, and keeps everyone charging toward success. With your keen eye for data and your knack for making every dollar count, you’ll juggle budgets and financial info like a pro. If you thrive on bringing energy, vision, and results to your
Key Skills/Responsibilities
After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:
Formerly the headquarters of the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad, the building features a dual-branded hotel with a 135-room Hilton Garden Inn and a 215-room Canopy by Hilton. A National Historic Landmark dating back to 1904, the property is located in the heart of downtown Chicago across the street from Willis Tower. Together the Dual branded property has a total of 350 rooms and suites. The first floor will feature lobbies, amenities, and conference rooms. The existing 15th floor will be modified with its roof removed in its entirety to build a new 16th floor space with an independent restaurant / lounge. The project will also consist of renovating six elevators, as well as the addition of a seventh.
Are you ready to steer the ship as our next Director of Sales & Marketing? In this high-octane role, you’ll be the mastermind behind creative sales and marketing strategies that keep occupancy rates and revenue climbing ever higher. Picture yourself architecting winning plans, charming clients and colleagues alike with your silver-tongued negotiation skills, and making deals that stick. You’ll be the fearless leader who rallies the team, sparks motivation, and keeps everyone charging toward success. With your keen eye for data and your knack for making every dollar count, you’ll juggle budgets and financial info like a pro. If you thrive on bringing energy, vision, and results to your
Key Skills/Responsibilities
- Mastermind of Momentum: Lead the charge in designing and executing dynamic sales and marketing strategies to keep occupancy and revenue soaring to new heights.
- The Deal Whisperer: Use your gift of gab and persuasive powers to negotiate, influence, and foster strong relationships with clients and colleagues alike.
- Data Detective & Visionary: Tap into your analytical prowess and forward-thinking vision to craft sales deployment plans that truly make an impact.
- Growth Guru: Harness top-tier selling techniques—opening, probing, supporting, and closing—to spark impressive sales growth.
- Team Captain Extraordinaire: Inspire, guide, and motivate a diverse team, overseeing HR responsibilities to build a united, high-performing workforce.
- Financial Wizard: Skillfully manage budgets and financial information, ensuring resources are optimized and every dollar is put to work for maximum results.
- Minimum 6 years of progressive hotel sales experience preferred, or relevant college degree plus related experience; valid driver’s license required.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with proven ability to negotiate, persuade, and influence clients and colleagues.
- Demonstrated mastery of professional selling techniques and strategic vision for sales deployment, supported by strong analytical skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, highly organized, able to manage multiple tasks independently, and skilled in presentations.
- Expertise in managing diverse teams, solving complex problems, handling high-pressure situations, and working with financial data and basic arithmetic.
After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:
- Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
- Term Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k Retirement Plan
Formerly the headquarters of the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad, the building features a dual-branded hotel with a 135-room Hilton Garden Inn and a 215-room Canopy by Hilton. A National Historic Landmark dating back to 1904, the property is located in the heart of downtown Chicago across the street from Willis Tower. Together the Dual branded property has a total of 350 rooms and suites. The first floor will feature lobbies, amenities, and conference rooms. The existing 15th floor will be modified with its roof removed in its entirety to build a new 16th floor space with an independent restaurant / lounge. The project will also consist of renovating six elevators, as well as the addition of a seventh.
Salary : $125,000