<p>Description</p> <p>Crescent Hotels & Resorts is seeking an experienced and driven Impact Team (Task Force) Director of Business Travel to support our properties.</p> <p>We are committed to providing you with:</p> <ul> <li>Highly competitive wages </li><li>An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members </li><li>401K matching program for eligible associates </li><li>Flexible scheduling to allow you to focus on what is important to you </li><li>Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members </li></ul> <p>ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:</p> <ul> <li>Develop and Implement Sales Strategies: Craft and execute innovative sales plans to attract both business transient and leisure guests, maximizing revenue and occupancy. </li><li>Client Relationship Management: Build and nurture strong relationships with corporate clients, travel managers, lifestyle agencies, advisors, and key decision-makers. </li><li>Market Analysis: Stay ahead of industry trends and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities and maintain a competitive edge. </li><li>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. </li><li>Contract Negotiations: Negotiate contracts and agreements with corporate and leisure companies, and clients, ensuring mutually beneficial terms. </li><li>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. </li><li>Reporting: Monitor and report on sales performance, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement. </li></ul> <p>REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:</p> <ul> <li>Proven experience in hotel sales, preferably within the business transient and leisure luxury segments. </li><li>Strong network of corporate contacts, travel managers, and leisure agencies. </li><li>Ability to travel to multiple properties two weeks a month. </li><li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. </li><li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. </li><li>Passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences. </li></ul> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities</p> <p>This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.</p> <p>Source: Crescent Hotels & Resorts</p>