The Sales Team at the Hilton Columbus Downtown is currently seeking a Director of Sales to work at our award-winning property. Bring your talents to the table in a creative, dynamic atmosphere, with teammates that share the same passion for hospitality!

The Hilton Columbus Downtown, located near Arena District, Short North Arts District, and North Market, is now the largest hotel in Ohio with 1,000 rooms and 75,000 square feet of meeting space! The Hilton Columbus is a 5 Time Connie Award Winner and has been voted Best in Columbus Weddings for 3 years and running! Come be a part of what is happening in Columbus! Be a part of telling the story of our amazing property, and the fun, vibrant, beautiful city of Columbus!

What will I be doing?
As a Hotel Director of Sales, you would be responsible for leading the sales team and ensuring that revenue targets are met. You would be expected to increase occupancy and generate revenue by developing and leading your team to implement sales strategies that target specific markets such as corporate, leisure, or group. Your daily tasks may include analyzing market trends to understand customer needs, identifying new business opportunities, developing pricing strategies, coordinating sales activities with other departments, and managing the sales team.

• Manage the hotel's sales team and create sales goals to meet revenue targets.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to grow the hotel's customer base and increase revenue.
• Build and maintain relationships with potential clients, including corporate clients, event planners, and travel agencies.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as marketing and operations, to ensure a cohesive approach to sales and service.
• Analyze market trends, identify new markets and opportunities, and create plans to capitalize on them.
• Create and maintain sales reports to track performance and progress toward goals.
• Attend industry conferences and events to network and gather information about the latest trends and strategies.
• Manage the hotel's pricing strategy and negotiate contracts with clients to ensure maximum profitability.
• Provide exceptional customer service to clients and address their needs and concerns in a timely and professional manner.

The Benefits

Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #1 Best Company To Work For in the U.S.
We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:

• Health insurance
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
• Go Hilton travel discount program
• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Team Member Resource Groups
• Recognition and rewards programs
• Supportive parental leave
• Continued educational credentials
• Free Covered On-Site Parking or Discounted Bus Pass

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality" unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

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