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Drury Hotels

Runs value-focused hotels for travelers

Director of Sales

Field SalesUpdated on Nov 5
Full-timeLake Buena Vista, FL, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • Five to ten years of sales experience, preferably in hospitality, including one to five years in leadership.
  • A bachelor's degree is preferred in Sales, Marketing, or a related field.
  • Exceptional communication, organizational, and computer proficiency.
  • Ability to travel and make in-person sales calls.
  • Proven ability to manage teams, drive results, and create a winning culture.

Responsibilities

  • Drive new business partnerships and strengthen client relationships to maximize bookings and revenue.
  • Sell hotel rooms and meeting spaces through proactive outreach, proposals, site tours, and follow-ups.
  • Identify emerging opportunities and convert leads into loyal clients.
  • Lead, coach, and inspire a sales team comprising Group Sales Executives, Sales Coordinators, and administrative staff.
  • Hire, train, and develop team members to achieve goals.
  • Conduct regular team meetings and performance reviews to foster accountability and success.
  • Analyze local market trends, competitor strategies, and pricing to stay ahead.
  • Collaborate with revenue and marketing teams to optimize positioning.
  • Leverage customer relationship management tools and industry reports to track performance and drive results.
  • Partner with other departments and company teams to grow business across multiple properties.
  • Support budgeting and revenue planning initiatives.
  • Deliver professional, personalized service to clients and guests.
  • Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace culture.

About the Company

Drury Hotels

Runs value-focused hotels for travelers

Drury Hotels runs U.S. hotels for business and leisure travelers through its Drury Inn, Drury Plaza and Pear Tree Inn brands. Its portfolio ranges from price-conscious lodging to upscale hotels with enhanced meeting space for business groups and leisure guests. Drury Plaza properties include deluxe rooms and two-room suites with on-site dining, while Pear Tree Inn targets travelers seeking lower room prices. Travelers reserve stays through the company website and smartphone app, and group bookings combine rooms with meeting space and catering options. Drury Hotels Company, LLC began with a hotel in Sikeston, Missouri in 1973 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
St. Louis, MO
Founded
1973

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