Market Sales Executive

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Richmond, VA
Entry level
Hospitality
The Role
As a Market Sales Executive, you'll manage sales activities for Drury Hotels across a portfolio of 150 properties. Your primary focus will be on revenue growth from assigned accounts, developing new business, and overseeing local partnerships. You'll leverage customer interactions and collaborate with internal stakeholders to drive hotel performance while maintaining flexible work hours, including some remote work.
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Property Location:

11049 West Broad Street - Glen Allen, Virginia 23060-5937

You belong at Drury Hotels.

Getting a job is just the beginning. Finding a place where you belong is what truly matters. Who you are and what you do makes a difference at Drury Hotels. There's a place for you here today and tomorrow.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US


So. Much. More.


Just as our guests deserve more, so do you deserve more. Be valued for what you do and who you are ... and well compensated for all you accomplish.

  • Incentives - This position is eligible for a semi-annual bonus based on performance and also a quarterly bonus based on company profitability and service scores 
  • Work-life-balance – Flexible scheduling, paid time off, hotel discounts and free room nights
  • Career growth - Mentorship, cross-training, development plans, management training, and more-over 200 internal promotions this year
  • Health and well-being - Medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, disability and Team Member Assistance Program
  • Retirement - Company-matched 401(k)
  • Award-winning - Ranked among Forbes' Best Midsize Employers (2024)

As a Market Sales Executive based in Richmond, VA, or Burlington, NC you will conduct sales activities related to selling our portfolio of 150 hotels in 26 states, including guest rooms and meeting facilities. This is a rare opportunity to combine a national sales role with total account management, giving you direct influence over hotel performance and the ability to work closely with Operations, Marketing, and fellow Sales professionals.

Approximately 70% of your time will be dedicated to client-facing sales activities. There will be occasions when you need to travel outside of your home city, which should not exceed 30% of your overall working time.

  • Hybrid Work - Remote work two days per week (typically Monday and Friday) is available to team members who maintain performance expectations.

WHAT WILL YOU DO

  • Responsible for revenue growth from assigned accounts, including corporate/non-corporate opportunities and developing new business
  • Manage local B2B partnerships and sponsorships with guidance from Manager, Revenue Strategy & Market Sales, and collaboration with Regional Managers
  • Maintain expert knowledge of market area demand generators and accounts, ensuring comprehensive account management
  • Leverage customer interactions to explore opportunities across all 150 hotels within the company
  • Market Area - Richmond, VA, Burlington, and Greensboro, NC

WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU

  • Demonstrates knowledge of sales techniques and exhibits the ability to advance customers through the sales cycle
  • Possesses excellent business communication skills, both written and verbal that are grammatically accurate
  • Presents confidently to audiences of various sizes, with quality and relevant messaging
  • Communicates with Internal stakeholders (Revenue Optimization, Operations Leaders, etc.) in a way that builds trust and revenue through collaboration
  • Exhibits effective time management, through structure, self-discipline, and smart calendar planning
  • Confident in utilizing multiple technologies including CRM, Microsoft365, and industry research platforms

 Education

  • Requires a high level of knowledge, skill, and intellectual development equivalent to the completion of a four-year college degree
  • A college degree related to sales and marketing is highly recommended and valued

 Experience

  • Requires a minimum of 3-5 years of proven experience in outside sales and account management, specifically with regional or national business-to-business accounts
  • Previous experience in hospitality or a related field is preferred, showcasing familiarity with the industry

Rise. Shine. Work Happy.

The Company
St Louis, Missouri
2,360 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1773

What We Do

In this current market, jobs are abundant. Nearly everyone is hiring. But it’s finding a place where you belong that truly matters. At Drury Hotels, who you are and what you do makes a difference. We don’t see each other as colleagues; we are a family working together towards one common goal: to provide the best customer service in the hospitality industry. If you are really good at taking care of others and are looking for a career instead of a job, then Drury Hotels might be right for you. Join our team and grow happy!

Drury is your place to shine, to be heard and supported, and most importantly to be appreciated for what you do. You can expect So Much More™ from Drury Hotels.

We believe this is more than a paycheck. It’s:
• Health & well-being benefits
• Discounted and free rooms
• Team member assistance programs
• Bonuses for great service
• Flexibility for balancing life

Our Vision:
Our guests experience the spirit of great hospitality. We are their first choice as their home away from home. Every member of the team feels passion for their work, takes pride in the company, and demonstrates a sense of ownership. We create opportunities and make a difference in people’s lives. Our dedicated team is committed to the pursuit of excellence in all that we do.

Our Mission:
Our guests are our #1 priority, and we offer them more value for the dollar than our competitors. Our success depends on these factors:
· Quality that consistently exceeds guest expectations.
· Service that makes our guests feel welcome and at home.
· Teamwork demonstrated by team members who enjoy their jobs and are
committed to the long-term success of our family-owned business.
· Profitability which is the result of our mission and allows us to grow

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