Description

Summary

The Director of Sales, Marketing and Events has direct oversight of the Sales and Event operations of the hotel. Responsibilities include the Sales, Marketing and Events Budget/P&L, revenue forecasting, advertising, marketing, developing and writing business plans, and ownership meetings. Additionally, this role leads the development and implementation of both short-term and long-term strategies in all sales, catering and marketing channels to achieve hotel's revenue goals and increase market share performance.

The Director of Sales, Marketing and Events manages recruitment and hiring of sales and event services staff, training, managing and coaching managers in their selling and servicing process in order to meet company goals and maximize hotel revenues. Must be able to train and monitor the group and transient contractual agreement process, quoting rates, sending referrals, setting traces, and the management of retention, reactivation, and acquisition accounts. The Director of Sales, Marketing and Events reports directly to the General Manager with oversight from the Regional Vice President of Sales and Events.

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. As a member of the property's Leadership Committee, the Director of Sales and Events is a highly visible role with exposure to Senior and Corporate leadership. Successful leaders at Hyatt lead by example and model the organizations values and purpose. Hyatt provides an innovative environment where you can take pride in developing yourself and those around you. We achieve success for and through others by building trust and engagement, resulting in impactful outcomes for all stakeholders. If you would like to participate in a caring award-winning environment this experience is for you.

About the Hotel:

Representing the storied history of Buckhead, Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta is an upscale, stylish boutique hotel that embodies the district's unique legacy. The hotel's design is inspired by Georgia's ancient pottery heritage coupled with the evolution of a modern Buckhead as a premier fashion, business, and entertainment destination. Following a global spirit of vibrant color, style, and patterns, this hotel celebrates the Buckhead clay, pottery, and sculpture lore to offer you a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Our hotel is located just steps from Lenox Square its premier shopping destination. Along the edge of the hotel is Path400, a multi-use greenway in the heart of Buckhead connecting neighborhoods, office, and retail locations with a path for cyclists and pedestrians. With Shops Around Lenox and Phipps Plaza nearby, guests can enjoy having a bounty of dining and entertainment options to explore. Our guests check into luxury rooms and suites, wine and dine atop a rooftop lounge, find social and event spaces, and enjoy the hottest culinary experience around town.

Qualifications

• 8 years or more of progressive hotel Sales experience (typically with Hyatt)
• Previous Director of Sales and marketing experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds
• With opening hotels, previous hotel pre-opening experience preferred
• Demonstrated history of success
• Results driven, energetic, and focused
• Service oriented style with professional presentations skills
• Hotel/Hospitality degree an asset
• Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, proven track record in high volume concept, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service and ability to improve the bottom line
• Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in English
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status