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.