Director of Sales

Lead the pre-opening sales strategy and launch phases for a new lifestyle hotel in Manhattan by developing and executing a sophisticated sales and marketing plan. Achieve annual revenue goals through direct sales, e-commerce, and high-profile community partnerships while building relationships with key accounts. Interview, select, and mentor a high-performing sales team, modeling professional selling techniques and fostering core values. Monitor objectives using internal and external data to identify trends and correct shortfalls against the marketing plan. Requires a four-year college degree, proven sales leadership experience in a lifestyle hotel, and public relations expertise. Moderate local travel is required for outside calls and competition reviews.