Director of Sales
Homewood Suites by Hilton Lafayette-Airport
Lafayette, LA
Are you a driven sales professional who thrives on building relationships, winning new business, and making an impact? Homewood Suites by Hilton Lafayette-Airport is seeking an energetic Director of Sales to lead the hotel's sales efforts and continue growing our presence in the Lafayette market.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently while partnering with an experienced hotel leadership team to drive occupancy, revenue, and guest satisfaction.
What You'll Do
- Develop new corporate, group, government, and extended stay business.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local businesses, organizations, and community partners.
- Conduct outside sales calls, networking events, and client meetings.
- Respond to RFPs and sales inquiries while managing accounts from prospecting through production.
- Collaborate with the General Manager and Revenue Management to maximize occupancy and revenue.
- Analyze market trends and competitor activity to identify new opportunities.
- Represent the hotel professionally within the local community and hospitality industry.
What We're Looking For
- Hotel sales experience preferred.
- Hilton experience is a plus.
- Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
- Proven ability to generate new business and achieve revenue goals.
- Self-motivated, organized, and results-driven.
- Professional appearance and positive attitude.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Why Join JSR Hotels?
At JSR Hotels, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We empower our leaders, encourage growth from within, and provide the tools and support needed to build successful careers.
We Offer:
- Competitive salary
- Monthly Incentive Program (MIP)
- Paid Time Off
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Hilton Team Member Travel Program
- Mileage reimbursement for business travel
- Growth opportunities within a growing hotel management company
If you're ready to take ownership of a hotel's sales strategy and make a measurable impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the JSR Hotels team!
Pay: $50,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
