_This job posting is for a position at a Hotel owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not by IHG or its affiliates. IHG has no involvement in the hiring or day-to-day employment policies or practices of franchisees_ . _By clicking the apply button, you will be applying for a position with an independently owned and operated franchise hotel, not with IHG or its affiliates, and IHG will not be your employer_ . **About Us** Travel is a journey. We help make it a joy. Starting with a warm, inviting welcome for all guests, whether travelling on business or for fun, enjoying a one night stay, or relaxing for a week. At Holiday Inn®? we thrive on making our guests stays brighter, helping them create memories that will last a lifetime. Irresistible smiles are our specialty. We should know, we’ve been on our journey since 1952. So if you can help our guests enjoy the brighter side of travel, we’d love to give you a warm welcome to the Holiday Inn®? family. **Your day to day** **We’re always looking for new ways to raise the bar. So we’re searching for a Sales Director with a track record of driving sales and smashing targets to help us fill our rooms, meeting suites and banquet halls.** **Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:** + **Sales & Revenue Growth:** **Drive sales by focusing on the social market, including weddings, reunions, and other events, with the goal of maximizing group room bookings and event business** + **Proactive Sales Efforts:** **Dedicate significant time to sales solicitation, identifying new business opportunities through sales calls, phone calls, and site tours** + **Customer Engagement:** **Provide exceptional service to potential clients, understanding their needs, and presenting tailored solutions to match their event goals** + **Proposal & Contract Management:** **Prepare and send proposals, contracts, and confirm bookings in a timely manner. Ensure that all event details, including room blocks, meeting spaces, catering, and audiovisual needs, are accurately documented and communicated to the relevant departments** + **Event Execution:** **Communicate effectively with other departments to ensure that all events run smoothly and meet or exceed client expectations** + **Follow-Up & Client Retention:** **Ensure consistent follow-up with past, present, and potential clients to generate repeat business and foster long-term relationships** + **Collaboration with Leadership:** **Work closely with the Director of Sales to implement sales strategies and achieve goals** + **Market Research & Strategy:** **Stay up to date on local and national trends, competitive offerings, and evolving market needs, and incorporate this knowledge into sales strategies** + **Sales Reporting & Documentation:** **Maintain accurate records of sales activities, proposals, and customer communications. Provide weekly sales reports as requested** **What we need from you** + **Sales and/or hospitality experience preferred.** + **Strong communication and organizational skills.** + **Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.** + **Self-motivated, results-driven, and adaptable to changing market conditions.** + **Must have flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to accommodate client needs.** **What we offer** **We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life.** **We welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.** **So, join us and you’ll become part of our hotel family.** **Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.** At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.