Join the dynamic and passionate team at the Hilton Garden Inn Portland Lake Oswego. Located in Lake Oswego, one of Oregon's most desirable suburban cities. This enticing community, makes Lake Oswego a place to "live where you play."
As Director of Sales, you are responsible for working closely with the General Manager and Regional Team to drive new business and expand existing business through promotional direct efforts and sales channels. A Director of Sales will work to develop the sales and catering pipeline and communicating market trends and forecast accuracy. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
Specific Job Knowledge and Skills:
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
* Knowledge of travel industry, current market trends and economic factors.
* Extensive skill in development and delivery of sales presentations.
* Ability to access, understand and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system.
* Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers and staff, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to diffuse anger, collect accurate information and resolve conflicts.
* Ability to stand and move throughout the hotel property and continuously perform essential job functions.
* Ability to read, listen and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
* Ability to supervise staff.
* Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations.
Other Expectations:
* Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position.
* Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, associates may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel. This includes nights, weekends and/or holidays.
* All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance (specific standards available).
* Employee is always required to take on the responsibility and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as determined by position and duties.
* Complies with health and safety rules, regulations and procedures to maintain a safe environment.
Working Conditions:
Physical Demands:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Qualifications:
Education:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or any other combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge of skills and abilities.
Experience:
Minimum of 3 years sales experience and 1 year of supervisory experience required. Prior hotel or hospitality experience preferred.