Job Description
Director of Sales - New Holiday Inn-Gulfport
Gulfport, Mississippi | Beechwood Hospitality, an MMI Company
A brand-new hotel. An incredible beachfront location. An opportunity to build something from the ground up!
Beechwood Hospitality, an MMI company, is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Director of Sales for our new-build, 113-room Holiday Inn in Gulfport, Mississippi! Located directly across the street from the beach, this exciting new property will feature a full-service restaurant and bar, 1,300 square feet of meeting space, and a separate boardroom ideal for smaller gatherings. With outdoor patio dining, cabanas, and beautiful coastal views, this hotel will offer guests the perfect combination of business and leisure. We are looking for a sales professional who is ready to make their mark, build relationships throughout the Gulf Coast, and help establish this hotel as a premier destination for business travelers, meetings, and coastal getaways.
The Opportunity
As Director of Sales, you will play a key role in launching this exciting new hotel and driving its long-term success. You will develop and execute sales strategies to grow room revenue, secure corporate accounts, attract group and meeting business, and maximize food and beverage opportunities. From prospecting and building relationships to conducting sales calls, negotiating contracts, and representing the hotel throughout the community, you will be the driving force behind our sales efforts. Working closely with hotel leadership, you will identify market opportunities, monitor sales performance, and develop strategies to achieve revenue goals.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for an energetic, self-motivated sales professional with proven hotel sales experience and a passion for building relationships and generating new business. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and negotiation skills, experience with corporate and group sales, and an understanding of hotel revenue strategies. Familiarity with IHG systems, pre-opening hotel experience, and knowledge of the Gulf Coast market are pluses. Most importantly, we want someone who takes initiative, thrives on results, and is excited about building a hotel's success from the ground up!
Ready to bring your sales expertise to the Mississippi Gulf Coast? Join Beechwood Hospitality and help us make our new Holiday Inn the place to stay, meet, and experience Gulfport!
