Director of Sales & Marketing - Portland, OR

Hotel Vance is a premier lifestyle hotel located within Portland's iconic Broadway Tower building, boasting 180 elegantly designed rooms that combine comfort with modern aesthetics. Named to signify advancement, Hotel Vance encapsulates a culture of innovation, creativity, and productivity, providing a dynamic environment where business savvy, collegiate ambition, and artistic expression converge seamlessly. As part of the esteemed Crescent Hotels & Resorts portfolio, Hotel Vance benefits from the collective expertise of a hospitality group renowned for exceptional guest experiences and fostering supportive work environments. The hotel offers 4,000 square feet of versatile meeting spaces, a game room, a fitness center, and soon, a destination restaurant, making it a vibrant hub for both business and leisure visitors alike. Positioned as a central point for both professional and personal gatherings, Hotel Vance stands as a beacon for those who seek not only accommodation but an inspired lifestyle during their stay. The role offered is a Leadership Position as Director of Sales, Marketing, and Catering, crafted for a highly energetic and experienced individual ready to spearhead the sales strategies and marketing initiatives of this hotel. This full-time role comes with a competitive salary range of $130,000 to $140,000 annually, reflecting the importance of this leadership position within the organization. The chosen candidate will be entrusted with guiding the sales staff, ensuring a competitive position in the market through innovative sales and marketing campaigns, and maintaining strong client relationships. Responsibilities extend to crafting detailed forecasts and budgets, leading training and development efforts for the department, and directly engaging with clients, which may require travel. This role demands a strategic thinker with a knack for persuasive sales presentations, market trend analysis, and brand implementation. Hotel Vance, under the umbrella of Crescent Hotels & Resorts, provides a supportive and enriching career avenue complete with exceptional benefits, 401K matching, flexible scheduling, and travel discounts, ensuring staff are valued and empowered to shine in their career journey. The successful candidate will become an integral part of a passionate team committed to delivering memorable hospitality experiences and driving the brand’s continued growth and success.

• One year as a hotel Director of Sales and Marketing or three years as a Sales Manager at a hotel
• Local/In-Market sales experience required
• Ability to travel locally and out of state as needed
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Proven prospecting, sales and closing skills
• Marriott brand experience highly preferred
• Knowledge of the business travel segment highly preferred