Corporate Sales Director

ABOUT THE ROLE Avocet Hospitality Group is looking for a savvy driven and genuinely hospitable sales leader to take the reins on group sales for two of Charlestons most distinctive hotels Tides Folly Beach and The Vendue Charlestons first art hotel Based out of our Corporate Office youll lead the Group Sales & Service teams at both properties while bringing in new business building lasting client relationships and growing group catering and VIP revenue In other words youll help keep both hotels busy buzzing and booked LOCATION 174 E Bay Street Charleston SC 29401 SALARY 75000 85000 annually Commission up to a 20 annual bonus BENEFITS A culture that values passion individuality and funOpportunities for internal growth and developmentPaid Time Off PTO Paid holidaysEarned Wage Access through PayActiv access to your earned wages before paydayAffordable medical dental & vision insurance plansCompany provided life insuranceShort & Long Term Disability and Accident and Critical Illness InsuranceTraditional 401k & Roth 401k with employer matching of up to 35Tuition assistance discount programsReferral programEmployee Assistance Program Discounts at all Avocet owned hotels & restaurantsWHAT YOULL DO Lead and support the Group Sales & Service Managers at Charleston propertiesDevelop and execute sales strategies to exceed room night and event revenue goalsGenerate new group business through prospecting networking trade shows industry events Cvent LinkedIn and other sales channelsBuild and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clientsManage the sales process from initial inquiry through contract event coordination and paymentConduct property tours client meetings and site visitsMonitor sales activity revenue new business and lost business while providing regular reportingCollaborate closely with Revenue Operations Marketing and property leadershipLead daily sales reviews and participate in weekly leadership and strategy meetingsWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR 5 years of hotel sales management experience required; 7 years preferredBachelors degree preferred; a Hospitality Management degree is a plusProven ability to lead a sales team and drive revenueStrong communication relationship building negotiation and organizational skillsExceptional hospitality and customer service mindsetStrong problem solving skills and ability to remain composed under pressureAbility to work across the Corporate Office Tides Folly Beach and The VendueFlexible schedule with the ability to support client and property needsWHY AVOCET Sell sunsets at the beach boutique charm downtown and unforgettable Charleston experiences all while working with a team that knows great hospitality is about more than just checking a box This is a hybrid role with a mix of corporate office time hotel visits client meetings site tours and remote work Youll bounce between Tides Folly Beach and The Vendue build relationships dream up memorable group experiences and help turn great leads into great business If youre a strategic sales leader who loves Charleston thrives on relationships and knows how to sell an experience not just a room we should talk Come make some magic with us DFWPEOE