Director Of Sales

Holiday Inn Express is seeking an experienced and dynamic director of sales with a strong IHG background. This individual will proactively identify and cultivate business opportunities for assigned properties, drive revenue growth, and lead strategic sales efforts. Key Responsibilities: Proactively identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities through aggressive market outreach and strategic relationship-building. Leverage existing relationships and networks within IHG to enhance business prospects. Develop and execute targeted sales strategies to drive group and LNR business. Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and implement innovative sales techniques to remain ahead of industry trends. Collaborate closely with property General Managers and corporate leadership to align sales strategies with overall business objectives. Regularly report sales performance metrics and provide strategic recommendations for revenue growth. Provide mentorship, guidance, and support to property-level staff to ensure cohesive execution of sales plans. Qualifications: Minimum 3-5 years of hospitality sales leadership experience, with a strong emphasis onIHG, Marriott, and Hilton-branded properties. Proven track record in proactive sales, business development, and market penetration. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills. Ability to independently develop and implement effective sales strategies. Adept at using data-driven insights to inform sales decisions and strategies. Willingness and ability to travel regularly within the assigned region. About PDK Hotel Group: Founded and based in Portland, Oregon, PDK Hotels Group is a privately held provider of property management solutions and hotel development company customized to fit your unique needs.. We provide management of hotel assets throughout the Pacific Northwest (British Columbia, Oregon, Washington, and Idaho sometimes: Southeastern Alaska, Northern California, Western Montana, Yukon).