2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Direct message the job poster from First Search Inc.
Chief Candidate Whisperer at First Search. What does this mean for you? Helping #jobseekers get the perfect job at the best salary with the right…
Summary / Job Purpose :
The Director of Sales generates top-line revenue through outside direct sales and by identifying, developing, and maintaining property sales and marketing objectives. Responsible for maximizing the occupancy and the average daily rate of the Active Adult Community.
Main Responsibilities :
- Assists in the development of the Marketing Plan and Key account action plans.
- Cultivates lead sources through direct sales calls / appointments, cold calls, telemarketing, etc.
- Establishes and maintains close contact with assigned accounts and target accounts.
- Maintains well well-documented, accurate, organized, and up-to-date file management system to service the client, prospect, and employer in the most expedient, organized, and knowledgeable manner.
- Develop strong customer relations through frequent communication and professional, courteous, and ethical interpersonal interactions. Develops customer profiles and maintains an effective trace system, including dates and references, to best meet the client’s needs, resulting in superior account services and increased revenues.
- Conducts research, surveys, personal investigation, and studies marketplace and territory to effectively capitalize on the hotel’s / Community’s strengths and competitor’s weaknesses and capabilities.
- Controls departmental expenses on the property’s behalf to minimize hotel costs.
- Maintains active involvement in assigned community and industry organizations.
- Assists in ensuring that customers and residents are 100% satisfied with their hotel experience.
- Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest
and resident satisfaction.
Performs other duties as assigned.Qualification Standards :
Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent combination of education and experience.Minimum of five years of hospitality sales experience. Minimum of three years of managementexperience.
Excellent leadership skills and strong revenue management skills. Must be innovative and selfmotivated.Must be able to work independently and have the drive to succeed.Knowledge of local competition and general industry trendsStrong interpersonal and communication skillsExcellent decision-making ability and analytical skillsKnowledge of a variety of computer software applicationsSeniority level
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Industries
Hospitality
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at First Search Inc. by 2x
Get notified about new Sales Director jobs in Greater New Orleans Region .
New Orleans, LA $90,000.00-$120,000.00 3 days ago
Sales Director - Chemical Vertical (Remote)
Area Business Manager, Gastroenterology - Houston
New Orleans, LA $127,300.00-$256,700.00 3 days ago
New Orleans, LA $75,000.00-$90,000.00 5 days ago
Director of Sales - Holiday Inn French Quarter-Chateau LeMoyne
New Orleans, LA $91,000.00-$110,000.00 3 weeks ago
Director - Business Development and Marketing
Doctor Referral Institute- Territory Director
Arabi, LA $200,000.00-$700,000.00 3 weeks ago
Center Operations Director - NOLA Region
Doctor Referral Institute- Territory Director Ownership
New Orleans, LA $120,000.00-$150,000.00 1 week ago
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr