Join Aimbridge Hospitality in Rialto,CA,USA as a Best Western Plus

Aimbridge Hospitality is a leading independent third-party hotel management company renowned for its diverse portfolio that includes select service hotels. With a strong reputation for operational excellence and outstanding guest experiences, Aimbridge Hospitality manages an extensive range of properties across the United States and beyond. The company places a high emphasis on team collaboration, innovation, and growth opportunities, supporting career development for its associates. As a leader in the hospitality industry, Aimbridge Hospitality commits itself to delivering superior results for owners and providing exemplary service to guests in every segment of the market, especially within the select service hotel category. The Director of Sales-Select Service at Aimbridge Hospitality holds a crucial leadership role, overseeing comprehensive sales and marketing operations specifically tailored for a select service hotel. This full-time position is designed to maximize hotel revenue by achieving optimal occupancy rates and average daily rate (ADR) growth, ultimately meeting or exceeding the hotel's profit objectives. The role encompasses management of the hotel’s sales department, including direct sales efforts, follow-up, sales administration, hiring, training, and the continuous coaching and development of sales staff. Key responsibilities also involve budget management for sales and marketing, forecasting, advertising, and the creation and execution of strategic business plans to drive revenue. The Director of Sales-Select Service is a strategic and hands-on leader who not only manages day-to-day sales operations but also develops market awareness to identify revenue opportunities proactively. This role requires building strong internal relationships across hotel departments such as Sales, Food and Beverage, Front Office, and Reservations, ensuring alignment to maximize overall hotel performance. Additionally, this position demands active community engagement and visibility in local industry organizations to enhance the hotel’s market position. Those stepping into this role must possess an advanced understanding of hospitality sales principles and be adept at thriving under pressure, demonstrating exceptional organizational, communication, and negotiation skills. The role also involves weekly travel and acting as the General Manager during their absence if needed. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package after the initial probationary period, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, disability income protection, life insurance, paid time off, employee assistance programs, and retirement plans. Aimbridge Hospitality also offers the innovative benefit of Daily Pay, enabling financial flexibility for associates. The Director of Sales-Select Service role provides an excellent career path for driven individuals eager to make a significant impact within the hospitality industry by leveraging their sales expertise in a dynamic, challenging environment aimed at driving sustained revenue growth and superior guest satisfaction.

• valid driver's license in applicable state
• at least 2 years of progressive hotel sales experience preferred or a 4-year college degree and at least 1 year of related experience or a 2-year college degree and at least 2 years of related experience
• strong verbal and written communication skills
• proficiency in Microsoft Office
• ability to manage multiple tasks independently
• strong organizational and presentation skills
• ability to work well under pressure
• advanced knowledge of sales, marketing and hospitality principles
• ability to understand financial data and basic arithmetic