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Gorman & Company · 1 hour ago

Director of Sales - Hotel

Rockford, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$78K/yr - $78K/yr

Gorman & Company is seeking a driven and competitive Director of Sales for their Embassy Suites Rockford Riverfront. The role involves leading a sales team, developing sales strategies, and driving revenue across rooms, groups, and events while building long-term client relationships.

Real Estate

Responsibilities

Lead and motivate a sales team of five while partnering closely with the General Manager to drive total hotel revenue

Develop and execute sales strategies to maximize room, group, and conference center performance

Actively solicit new business, build long-term client relationships, and represent the hotel in the community

Participate in client meetings, conduct site tours, and deliver persuasive sales presentations

Analyze market trends, competitive data, and booking pace to adjust pricing and sales strategies

Oversee forecasting, reporting, and sales activity tracking to support business goals

Qualification

Sales leadershipSales strategy developmentHospitality sales experienceCommunication skillsNegotiation skills

Required

Proven sales leadership experience with a strong drive to achieve and exceed goals

Confidence, initiative, and a competitive mindset balanced with collaboration and relationship-building

Ability to coach, motivate, and hold a sales team accountable

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred

Hotel or hospitality sales experience preferred, though strong sales backgrounds from other industries are welcome

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

18 days of paid time off to rest, recharge, and reset

11.5 paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan with a 6% company match

Short- and long-term disability coverage

Paid parental leave

Additional lifestyle and wellness benefits

Company

Gorman & Company

Gorman & Company is a housing management company that offers architecture and construction services.

Founded in 1984

Oregon, Wisconsin, USA

501-1000 employees

http://gormanusa.com

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Total Funding

$0.1M

2018-02-13Seed· $0.1M

Leadership Team

Brian Swanton

President & CEO

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