Sioux Falls,SD,USA Full-time Director Of Sales And Marketing-Canopy By

Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown is an exceptional new lifestyle hotel that opened its doors in December 2024. Located along the scenic Sioux Falls River, this stunning 216-room property is already making a significant impact in the local hospitality industry. The hotel boasts over 20,000 square feet of versatile meeting spaces, catering to a wide range of events and gatherings. Additionally, guests can enjoy dining at the signature Cascata Italian Restaurant, which contributes to the hotel's fresh and elevated experience in the heart of downtown Sioux Falls. As a member of the Hilton family, Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown brings a strong legacy of hospitality, quality, and innovation to the region, appealing to both leisure and business travelers alike. The hotel emphasizes a vibrant and engaging environment, both for guests and team members, fostering a culture of excellence and community involvement. The role of Director of Sales & Marketing at Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown is a dynamic and strategic leadership position integral to the hotel's success from its preopening phase through its ongoing operations. This position involves developing and implementing commercial strategies that connect business processes with overarching goals to drive asset performance. The director will lead the hotel's sales, revenue, marketing, catering, and event management functions, collaborating closely with Hilton's Commercial Services organization. This role is critical in advancing Hilton's mission to drive profitable growth through innovative business strategies and effective leadership. Responsibilities include designing creative and impactful business strategies tailored to the Americas market, ensuring that goals are met through predictive and prescriptive performance management. The director will oversee the commercial cadence, including annual multi-year commercial strategy plans, pricing strategies, revenue forecasting, and communication of performance metrics. Leadership duties encompass team management, recruitment, retention, performance development, and career planning, fostering a motivated and effective sales and marketing team. The role also involves building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders such as ownership groups, trade partners, community influencers, and Hilton brand teams to maximize business opportunities and market presence. The position demands a forward-thinking leader capable of navigating complex business environments and delivering measurable results that align with Hilton's brand standards and commercial goals. This full-time role requires a highly professional approach with excellent communication, analytical, and strategic planning skills. Candidates should be comfortable managing diverse teams and navigating multi-brand and matrix organizational structures. The director must be adaptable, capable of travel on short notice, and ready to engage with the dynamic nature of the hospitality industry. Hilton offers a rewarding work environment with a strong focus on inclusivity, career growth, and comprehensive benefits that support the personal and professional well-being of team members. Joining Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown as Director of Sales & Marketing means becoming part of a leading global hospitality brand and contributing to a landmark property poised for success in South Dakota's vibrant hospitality market.

• Minimum five years of hotel sales, catering or marketing experience
• Management experience as assistant director and/or director
• Four-year college degree preferred
• Minimum three years leadership experience in a full service hotel
• Ability to travel on short notice and adaptable to schedule changes
• Experience in hotel management or related industry
• Highly professional oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to perform critical analysis