Director of Sales And Marketing

posted December 6, 2024

Courtyard Shreveport-Bossier City/Louisiana Boardwalk

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Compensation: Range $60,000 - $75,000 annually

Job Type
Full-time

Description

Reports To
General Manager
Supervises
Director of Catering, Sales Managers, Sales Administrative Assistants
Job Purpose
Generation of budgeted top line revenue and RevPAR for the hotel through a successful revenue management strategy.
Job Responsibilities
  1. Lead, train & mentor sales staff including hiring, coaching development, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions and terminations.
  2. Perform as the driver of all revenue and ensure quarterly and annual revenue goals are achieved for the hotel.
  3. Develop sales action plans, and forecast and evaluate trends to modify strategies that will enhance revenues effectively.
  4. Ensure hotel participation in all brand revenue management initiatives.
  5. Assist in the production of annual hotel business plan.
  6. Develop and maintain departmental budget.
  7. Lead property revenue meetings always insuring revenue maximization and profit in all areas.
  8. Ensure that hotel credit procedures and audit guidelines are followed.
  9. Timely submission of required reports to General Manager, Regional Vice President and DDC Corporate Office.
  10. Maintain good rapport with local civic groups and companies.
  11. Develop and maintain good relationship with DDC Corporate Sales & Marketing staff.
  12. Other duties as assigned.
Job Skills
  1. Computer skills to include word processing, spreadsheet, and familiarity with brand specific property Management System(s).
  2. Ability to exercise excellent communication, presentation, organization, time management and listening skills.
  3. Ability to use analytical skills for measuring business potential and value to the hotel.
  4. Ability to successfully interact with all levels of customers and hotel management.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Marketing or related field
Experience
  • Minimum 3 years hotel sales experience or the equivalent amount of industry experience; OR equivalent level of education and work experience.
Licenses/Certifications
  • Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to drive to customer appointments.
Salary Description
Range $60,000 - $75,000 annually
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Courtyard Shreveport-Bossier City/Louisiana Boardwalk

128 Room Hotel

Savor comfort and convenience at our hotel in Shreveport, LA

Enjoy premium comfort in a prime location at our hotel in Shreveport, LA. Courtyard Shreveport-Bossier City/Louisiana Boardwalk puts you by the area’s top attractions. Take a stroll down the iconic Louisiana Boardwalk & take advantage of incredible shopping, dining & entertainment options. Our Bossier City hotel puts you nearby some of Louisiana's top casinos such as the Horseshoe Casino, Margaritaville & more! Stay in complete comfort with guest rooms that feature room to spread out & make yourself at home. Our signature bedding experience is like sleeping on clouds with plush mattresses, cotton-rich linens & piles of soft pillows. Use the 24-hour fitness center at our hotel in Shreveport Bossier to keep up with your active lifestyle & cool off in our outdoor pool. Start the day with a delectable meal at our onsite restaurant, The Bistro, offering an array of delicious dining options. We look forward to hosting you at our hotel near downtown Shreveport!