Director of Sales — Candlewood Suites

Job overview

The Director of Sales — Candlewood Suites role is onsite in Orlando, FL. Compensation is not specified. The position supports hotel business development through direct sales, telemarketing, direct mail, and hotel tours. The director develops and implements sales and marketing plans, builds relationships with key accounts and community contacts, and guides sales staff. By monitoring market trends, occupancy, and revenue performance, the role helps position the hotel competitively and grow room-night sales.

What you'll do

• Develop hotel business through direct sales, telemarketing, direct mail, and tours
• train, motivate, and review sales staff
• prepare marketing plans and budgets with hotel leadership
• develop new accounts and existing business
• maintain relationships with major accounts and community leaders
• analyze reports and market trends
• support promotions and hotel programs
• lead sales meetings
• forecast occupancy and direct selling activities.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director of sales

candlewood suites

orlando fl

hotel hr

hotel sales

business development

sales team leadership

marketing plans

key accounts

occupancy forecasting

room-night sales

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The role includes Manager on Duty responsibilities, weekly sales meetings and reporting, and sales activity standards for telemarketing calls, outside calls, and tours. The posting emphasizes room-night sales, occupancy, and revenue goals.

About the employer

Hotel HR is hiring for this role. Industry: Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels. Sector: 72.