Now Hiring - Hamister Group, Inc. - Area Director of Sales, Hotels in Buffalo, NY

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MUST HAVE PRIOR HOTEL SALES EXPERIENCE *NOT A REMOTE POSITION Hamister Group is hiring an Area Director of Sales to join our leadership team and manage the sales efforts for our Hilton Garden Inn, downtown Buffalo and Hyatt Place, Niagara Falls hotels. As the Area Director of Sales, you will lead and drive revenue growth through innovative sales strategies, foster strong relationships with clients, and lead our sales team to exceed targets. Reporting to and in collaboration with our Regional Director of Sales, your strategic vision and leadership will play a crucial role in enhancing our market presence and ensuring guest satisfaction. Key Responsibilities: * Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies to meet or exceed revenue goals. * Identify new markets and business opportunities to increase bookings. * Lead, mentor, and motivate the sales team to achieve individual and collective performance goals. Requirements: * Bachelors degree in Business, Hospitality Management, or a related field is preferred. * Proven experience in hotel sales, with a track record of achieving sales targets, is a MUST. Multi-property hotel sales experience is highly desirable. * Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills. * Proficient in CRM software, MS Office, and sales reporting tools. * Must be in the Buffalo/Niagara area or willing to relocate. Benefits: * Competitive salary with BONUS opportunities. * Comprehensive benefits package, including insurance offerings, retirement plan with match, and paid time off. * Opportunities for professional development and career advancement. If you are a results-oriented sales leader with a passion for the hospitality industry, we want to hear from you! We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to conforming to applicable laws and regulations and affording equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or other applicable protected class.