Impact Team Director of Business Travel

Crescent Hotels & Resorts is seeking an experienced and driven Impact Team (Task Force) Director of Business Travel to support our properties.

We are committed to providing you with:

• Highly competitive wages
• An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members
• 401K matching program for eligible associates
• Flexible scheduling to allow you to focus on what is important to you
• Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Develop and Implement Sales Strategies: Craft and execute innovative sales plans to attract both business transient and leisure guests, maximizing revenue and occupancy.
• Client Relationship Management: Build and nurture strong relationships with corporate clients, travel managers, lifestyle agencies, advisors, and key decision-makers.
• Market Analysis: Stay ahead of industry trends and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities and maintain a competitive edge.
• Sales Presentations: Conduct engaging presentations and site visits to showcase our exceptional facilities and services. This includes travel/tradeshow opportunities as well to support driving our brand and garnering partnerships.
• Contract Negotiations: Negotiate contracts and agreements with corporate and leisure companies, and clients, ensuring mutually beneficial terms.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing and operations teams to create seamless guest experiences and promotional campaigns including support of budget and appropriate campaign funds/partnerships/inclusions to drive ROI.
• Reporting: Monitor and report on sales performance, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Proven experience in hotel sales, preferably within the business transient and leisure luxury segments.
• Strong network of corporate contacts, travel managers, and leisure agencies.
• Ability to travel to multiple properties two weeks a month.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.