Now Hiring - Blue Water Hospitality - Property Director of Sales in Atlantic Beach, NC

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Division: Blue Water Development Location: Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel Workplace: On-site Employment type: Full time Travel %: up to 25% Salary range: $45,000 - $55,000 + commission Bonus eligible: non-eligible Benefits eligible: Medical / Vision / Dental / 401K / Property discounts / Grow with Blue Water Program Blue Water Hospitality is a growing organization, and we're always looking for enthusiastic team members to join our journey! Since its establishment in 2002, Blue Water has rapidly become a leader in the hospitality industry. We invest, develop, and manage RV resorts, campgrounds, hotels, and attractions. We have a range of accommodations, from cozy campsites to water parks to lavish hotel suites, and we pride ourselves on creating exceptional guest experiences. If you share our passion for providing memorable guest experiences, we invite you to " Dive into Blue Water" and join our growing team! INTRODUCTION TO ROLE As the Property Director of Sales, this independent and take-charge professional will strive to increase the portfolio's reach of guests through group and transient sales strategies. This individual will be proficient and knowledgeable of industry trends to enable the completion of the company's short- and long-term goals. This driven candidate awaits competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and an exciting incentive program. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR * High degree of professionalism in interacting with a variety of audiences. * Strong business acumen. * Strong negotiator- a CLOSER * Competitive with a strong desire to win. * Effectively communicates to a variety of audiences. * Must be resourceful and self-motivated to work well under pressure. * Ability to manage multiple projects and work assignments. * Effective use of computer software, sales tracking software or CRM, and social media tools WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform and assign the essential functions outlined below. * Develop and manage prospective and existing business through strategic planning and execution. * Proactively create prospective business and maintain existing base through strong relationship development, consistent follow-up, and follow-through, probing for new opportunities, lead generation strategy, and fully qualifying the prospect. * Lead and champion the development and implementation of specific sales strategies to drive group bookings, seasonal sales, and hone in on key transient sales tactics. * Negotiates and closes opportunities, ensuring revenue control and bookings align with property needs. * Works collaboratively with the revenue management team to ensure that the pricing strategy best maximizes profitability. * Work closely with the marketing team to define sales marketing strategies and measure the ROI of campaign efforts. * Develop annual sales strategies and assist in the budget process. Will regularly provide reporting and measurement of sales efforts to leadership and ownership structures. * Monitors market for trends, forecasts, job growth, and other economic conditions that may impact occupancy and leasing effectiveness within the portfolio. Recommends changes and response strategies to offset market downturns or opportunities. Provides feedback and recommendations to property management on improving struggling asset performance and maximizing revenue generation on performing assets. * Performs other duties as assigned. WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH The Property Director of Sales reports to the General Manager, with a dotted line to the VP of Business Development. Collaborates with the Revenue and Marketing teams. Works closely with the property leadership teams. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies up to 20 pounds. Blue Water is raising the standard of excellence and innovation in real estate development and hospitality with every entity brought on board. Blue Water Development Corporation is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and is committed to making employment decisions based on merit. We are committed to complying with all Federal, State, and local laws providing for equal employment opportunities and all laws related to terms and conditions of employment.