We pride ourselves in achieving exceptional results in operating hotels from our ability to blend the superior science of hotel management with the art and professionalism of hospitality. Are you seeking a successful company to grow with? Do you have what it takes to grow with us? We are seeking a dynamic Director of Sales to join our team. This unique individual must possess excellent communication skills in customer relations, be aggressive in targeting new business and exceed established goals for their market segment.

In addition, they will develop new clients for boosting hotel sales. We are looking for a dynamic, proactive person who can take the initiative and maintain as well as build the existing client base.

Our Managers understand the meaning of true Customer Service; they are professional, team oriented, possess good work ethics and are extremely results driven.

We are currently considering candidates for the following position:

 Director of Sales

The successful candidate's responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Research & develop new corporate business for the Hotel through direct outside & inside Sales 
• Devise and deploy all sales goals and objectives across their region, including the preparation of sales quotas and budgets.
• Integrate and align sales strategies with available talent, processes, IT systems, and other areas to increase sales force capability and success.
• Develop and implement quarterly and/or annual sales plans, policies, and programs for all sales managers.
• Create training and development plans for sales managers.
• Conduct analysis to manage sales performance against corporate objectives and market developments.
• Plan and execute trade show appearances.
• Create product segmentation strategies where needed to maximize business opportunities across various sales channels.
• Develop, manage, and nurture new business accounts and partnerships to accomplish profit and volume goals.
• Maximize relationships with key retail travel agencies.
• Communicate brand identity internally to pertinent business units, key business partners, and the customer base.
• Collaborate with the executive team to develop short- and long-term strategic plans, including the preparation of annual business plans.
• Provide input from sales – including growth, competitive analysis, market trends, and business environment – for strategic planning processes.
• Conduct regular analysis on pricing effectiveness and recurring trends; create actionable item lists based on findings.
• Attend regular revenue management meetings for properties in region and review and enact strategies arising from the meetings with sales team members.
• Monitor internal pricing tools such as blockbuster to assess team members and GMs strategy for the group market.

       Requirements

• Post Secondary Education preferred.
• 3 years minimum of work experience in a management role in the hospitality sector.
• Strong experience in all aspects of sales, including growth strategies, distribution channel management, account development, and business planning.
• Excellent grasp of brand building and articulation of value propositions.
• A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills.
• Excellent teamwork and team building skills.
• Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with corporate departments, key business partners, and customers.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and direct sales teams as it relates to retail agencies.
• Experience creating and managing budgets for a large, distributed department.
• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Experience creating incentives and compensation plans.
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office and OSEM/Opera platform
• Ability to attend and conduct presentations.
• Overtime as required.
• Travel required as required.

We believe that by taking care of our team members, we create a positive atmosphere that benefits both our employees and guests. We want you to love coming to work and also find that working with Northland has a positive influence on your life outside of work.

• Rewards & Recognition
• Discounted Hotel Stays for Team Members and Family & Friends rates too!
• 25% discount at our restaurants for up to 6 people
• Discounted Passes/Lift tickets at Grouse Mountain and Revelstoke Mountain Resort
• Ongoing Employee events, incentives & recognition
• Growth Opportunities- Career Advancement starts from Within
• Dedicated Training Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Free mental Health Support, Legal & Financial Counselling
• Refer a friend or family and earn money!
• Group Life Insurance, Extended Health, Dental, Vision Care!
• Complimentary Stays
• RRSP Matching
• Milestone Rewards
• Tuition Credit Program

SUMMATION:

Submission of resume does not guarantee an interview or an actual transfer. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, provided they meet the minimal requirements of the applicable skills required.You must be legally entitled to work in Canada to apply as the employer does not have a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) that would support a foreign worker. Applications will not be accepted via email or in person. We thank all applicants for their interest in Career opportunities with The Sandman Hotel Group, however, only those applicants we wish to interview will receive a reply to their application.**

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Sandman Hotel Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Sandman Hotel Group does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, provincial or local laws. Sandman Hotel Grouptakes seriously its obligations under the Human Rights Code.