Now Hiring - White Lodging Services Corp - Area Director of Sales and Marketing in Chicago, IL

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Compensation starts at range between $131,733.00 and $175,644.00 annual salary with 25% bonus potential Summary: White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium- brand hotels, rooftop bars and restaurants in some of the country's best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is how you make people feel. That's where you come in. You'll help bring the virtue of hospitality to life while we create an environment that allows you to be your best self and grow. Responsibilities The Area Director of Sales and Marketing is responsible for the management, coordination and execution of items related to the entire sales operation of a collection of 7 hotels in downtown Chicago. This person will be responsible for, but not limited to, driving the property's group sales, business transient and catering efforts, managing the Area Assistant Director of Sales and Market Director of Business Transient Sales, work with Executive Committee to set the hotel's yearly Asset Management Plan (AMP), and oversee, direct and manage all Digital Marketing, Communication and PR for the hotel. WHAT YOU'LL DO * Achieving 100% or more of team rooms and catering revenue goal * Achieving 100% or more of business transient goal * Holding accountability meeting with sales leadership team on an ongoing basis * Communicating hotel goals to entire hotel and help keep the sales team motivated towards achieving goals * Oversee, direct and manage eCommerce and Marketing initiatives for the hotel * Interview, hire, and track performance for the sales team WHAT YOU'LL BRING * Minimum five years experience in hotel sales and marketing preferred, with at least three years in a leadership role. * Proven track record of achieving revenue goals and driving market share. * Strong understanding of sales and marketing principles, including revenue management, digital marketing, and public relations. * Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Other Information WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TOO * Affordable Day 1 Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - PPO Plan * Paid Parental Leave and Short-Term Disability * Free mental health care offerings * Unlimited Referral Bonuses * Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover * Tuition Reimbursement White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates. Location Code: 3800