Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel is a boutique hotel that offers a unique and inviting experience for both guests and employees alike. As a job applicant, joining the team at The Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel presents an exciting opportunity to be part of a brand-new property that is already making waves in the hospitality industry. The hotel boasts modern and stylish accommodations, state-of-the-art facilities, and a commitment to exceptional service that sets it apart from other hotels in the area. As a team member, you will have the chance to work in a dynamic and innovative environment, where creativity and passion are valued. With a supportive and collaborative team culture, The Cottonwood Hotel is an ideal place for job seekers who are looking to be part of something special and make a meaningful impact on the guest experience. Join us and be part of an exciting journey as we create unforgettable moments for our guests.
Overview
Let's sum this up...
The Kimpton Cottonwood is a historical gem of a hotel that has quickly become the hot spot in Omaha! We are looking for a Director of Sales & Marketing to join our dream team of hospitality professionals. Our Director of Sales and Marketing needs the desire to put our hotel on the map as one of the best in the country. Be prepared to use your hospitality, leadership, and creativity skills to help the property grow to its full potential.
The ideal candidate for this role is someone who is passionate about the customer experience, open-minded to change, has a healthy dose of curiosity, is self-motivated, sense of style, loves to laugh, and has flair for the creative.
You may find this opportunity an ideal fit if you:
Despise cookie cutter as much as we do
Lead a sales team to victory
Knows how to rock a social media platform
Always seeking to learn and share knowledge
Has an entrepreneurial spirit
Creative and thinks outside the box
Eager to inspire
Responsibilities
What you'll do...
The Director of Sales & Marketing will work alongside some of the best in the industry to help grow our brand.
Lead our rockstar sales team in day-to-day operations.
Ensure guest and team satisfaction
Supervising expenses, maintaining the budget and forecasting the future
Focus on achieving hotel profitability
Constantly achieve exceptional STR results
Development of team members
Work alongside an amazing Executive Committee
What you'll be ...
BE YOU!
We refuse to be like everyone else. Let your lifestyle experience shine!
We are not all talk but you need to know how to do it! Excellent verbal and written communication skills, applied to audiences at all career levels
Things move quickly in this industry. Are you ready to make impactful decisions fast?
Monotonous days? Keep looking, a diverse workday is what you have to look forward to!
Qualifications
What you'll need...
Bachelors degree required or equivalent experience
5+ years progressive hotel sales experience
Minimum 2 years hotel sales leadership experience or equivalent
Ability to execute a Sales and Marketing Plan to enhance revenue
Established relationships within the agency community
Negotiation/interpretation of contracts skills
Business communication skills both written and verbal
Proficient in Microsoft Suites
Experience with major Hospitality Sales CRM systems
Present confidence and a professional appearance
Benefits
What you'll get ...
Competitive Salary
Generous Incentive Program
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
Vacation, Sick, and Paid Holidays
401K Match
Company Paid Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability
