Dual Director of Sales

Dual Director of Sales                                                                               RHW HOTELS                                                                          Kansas City AirportRHW Management, Inc., a national hotel management company with hotels located in Colorado, Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska, is seeking an experienced Director of Sales to be part of a dynamic team at our TownePlace Suites / Fairfield Inn by Marriott located in at the Kansas City International Airport in Kansas City, MO.  As a Dual Director of Sales, you will lead the sales effort in hotels room sales, small boardroom and be the driving force for business and leisure segment bookings.  You will assist in developing marketing strategies and work with revenue management on a sales strategy to maximize revenue. RHW Management, Inc. is made up of creative professionals who are committed to helping our business grow and providing excellent service to our guests through integrity, commitment, and leadership. Qualified candidates will have a demonstrated history of similar operational values. We are seeking candidates with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Director of Sales capacity.  Preferred candidates will have experience as Director of Sales of a Hampton or Hilton product and possess a high level of sales acumen. Exceptional leadership and communication skills are required, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office products and hospitality software. You will be the foundation of and model for a fun, positive, and optimistic leadership team focused on maximizing hotel revenue. RHW Management, Inc. offers a competitive total compensation package including health benefits, 401k, Paid Vacation and more.  Interested candidates please upload your resume outlining your background. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Market and sell the hotel and amenitiesCreate marketing plans, quarterly and annuallyHire / Train / Coach / Counsel / Terminate sales staffRepresent hotel at designated functionsParticipate in local chamber of commerce and visitors bureau eventsParticipate in local Lodging AssociationOrganize client eventsOperate department within RHW Budgetary guidelinesEnsure that sales staff has the supplies needed to sale the hotelDevelop and design the advertising for the hotelMeet with clients and companies on a regular basis to ensure account saturationMaintain a good working relationship with competitor hotelsMaintain all sales files in a orderly and usable mannerApprove all negation strategies before being submitted to GM for finalizationAvailable to work on call and accessible via cell phone/radio at all times unless otherwise excused. Educational RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GED RequiredAssociates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred, particularly a degree in Hospitality ManagementWork Experience At least one year experience in a hotel or similar field as a Director of Sales. Technical SkillsComputer proficiency (Microsoft Office)Business correspondence writing skills  Physical DemandsMust be able to assist with pushing and pulling of large or awkward objectsMust be able to stand for up to 6-8 hours dailyMust be capable of standing, kneeling, squatting, bending and sitting repeatedlyMay spend extended periods of time on the computer and/or phoneMust lift up to 40 pounds aloneMust be able to stand on or climb ladders and stepstoolsMust be able to get in and out of cars frequently Other Qualifications Pleasant demeanorMaintain a professional image at all timesCustomer Service drivenStrong work ethicStrives for customer satisfactionProduct knowledgeCompetitivenessPowered by JazzHRkOzn282Kcj