Director of Sales - Residence Inn Columbus Downtown

Director of Sales - Columbus, OH

Reports to: General Manager

Lexington Hotel Group is seeking a results-oriented sales professional with a strong track record for growing market share to lead our sales strategy at Residence Inn Columbus Downtown. The ideal candidate is self-motivated with a passion for hospitality and a strong ability to communicate effectively with both internal teams and external partners. As Director of Sales, you will drive top-line revenue, develop long-term business relationships, and cultivate a high-performance culture rooted in collaboration and excellence.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Skilled in pro-active sales and fostering business relationships
• Customer service-oriented with a focus on exceeding guest and client expectations
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities
• Self-motivated and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• A dynamic leader who fosters teamwork and cross-department collaboration
• Adaptable and able to respond quickly to changing business needs

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategic sales and marketing plans to drive business in social, group, and corporate markets
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients
• Monitor market trends and maintain competitive industry knowledge
• Collaborate with the General Manager to achieve or exceed goals in business transient, group rooms, and catering revenue through strong ADR and occupancy strategies
• Actively pursue new business through networking, cold calling, warm leads, appointments, and sales blitzes
• Lead by example in delivering outstanding customer service and professionalism
• Communicate clearly and effectively with internal teams and external clients
• Embrace a team-first mindset and support operational departments as needed
• Utilize and maintain proficiency in sales software and reporting systems

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of hotel sales experience
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team
• Strong communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Detail-oriented with excellent time management and prioritization abilities
• Proficient in standard office software and basic computer applications including Microsoft Office, Outlook and web-based tools. 
• Committed to delivering exceptional guest and client experiences

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 401K options
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Tuition assistance
• Vision, flex spending, life, short and long-term disability
• Health and dental insurance

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