Homewood Suites Director of Sales - Franchise

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES):
· Knowledge of the hotel sales process includes lead generation, solicitation, negotiation, and closing techniques.
· Ability to read the English language to fully comprehend guest requests, memos, proposals, general correspondence, and similar written materials.
· Advanced English language writing skills for formulating proposals, memos, and general correspondence.
· Ability to speak English to communicate with customers and hotel team members effectively.
· Interpersonal skills to provide overall guest satisfaction.
REQUIRED EDUCATION OR COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Must be at least 21 years of age or older
High School Diploma or GED.
4-year college degree preferred.
2 years hotel experience in hospitality sales, conference planning, or convention skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
· Standing-30% /Walking-30% /Sitting-40%.
· Some light lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 30 lbs.
· Exposure to VDT's/CT from the computer screen.
· Office/Hotel setting; Shift work; Required to work weekends, holidays, and overtime
· On 24-hour emergency call.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: This job description lists the primary duties and responsibilities required of the employee. An employee to perform tasks other than those listed to meet business needs.