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Position Statement:

The Director of National Accounts with Hotel Del Coronado and Waldorf Astoria Grand Wailea represents the hotel in the development of market segment\(s\) and new customer relationships while maintaining existing relationships with assigned accounts while consistently striving to maximize revenue in rooms, public space, food and beverage and ancillary products and services\. In particular, we are searching for a candidate with strong client connections in the South West\. This is a remote position based in the South West Region\.

Supportive Functions:

+ Represents hotel by soliciting, responding to and negotiating with persons requiring large and complex group accommodations \(generally over 60 guest rooms\) with or without meeting space and/or on\-site \(hotel\) catering, based upon market segment and account files assigned by the Director of Group Sales\. Represents hotel in significant interactions dealing with customers relative to sales and operational questions, concerns and issues\. Negotiates contracts with customers and commission agreements with third party agencies\.

+ Initiates the preparation of proposals and/or contracts to advise prospective customersprimarily of the hotel guest rooms, but also meeting space and/or banquet date, space and rate availability\. Develops and quotes prices for same\.

+ Develops sales forecasts, salesperson productivity and market segment plans\.

+ Monitors the successful execution of these plans and oversees the maintenance of sales files, accounts and other administrative duties\.

+ Attends weekly sales departmental meeting and other scheduled meetings to supportbusiness operations, e\.g\., tentative review, lost business review, group\-pick up, etc\.

+ Conducts site inspections with potential customers, visiting guest rooms, meeting space and banquet facilities, as well as other hotel facilities\.

+ Meets with clients and travel industry experts on and off property and attends major trade events around the world in order to assist in developing and closing major pieces of business\.

+ Provides guidance to sales managers\.

+ Provides training for administrative support\.

+ Focuses on business process and continuous improvement using “best practices” standards as norms for the office\.

+ Conducts customer \(internal/external\) site inspections of represented properties\.

+ Travels to industry and company\-related tradeshows/meetings in various destinations\.

+ Participation in key organizations as recommended by management\.

+ Inputs and retrieves information from computer systems for file maintenance, correspondence, reporting and preparation of budgets and forecasts\.

Qualifications

+ Proficiency in the use and operation of computer systems with the ability to navigate efficiently through Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Delphi \(or in\-house sales system\), Market Vision, OnQ, InFocus, Internet and Intranet and Optimum Settings \(or in\-house CAD program\)

+ Requires a minimum of two years’ experience in hotel sales\.

+ Minimum of four years of college level courses with an emphasis on business\. Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management, Business Administration, Marketing or Communications preferred\.

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry\. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success\. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values\. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

+ Hospitality \- We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences\.

+ Integrity \- We do the right thing, all the time\.

+ Leadership \- We're leaders in our industry and in our communities\.

+ Teamwork \- We're team players in everything we do\.

+ Ownership \- We're the owners of our actions and decisions\.

+ Now \- We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

+ Quality

+ Productivity

+ Dependability

+ Customer Focus

+ Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full\-service hotels and resorts to extended\-stay suites and mid\-priced hotels\. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value\. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands \(http://jobs\.hiltonworldwide\.com/our\-brands/index\.php\) \. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day\. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all\!

**The Benefits** – Hilton is proud to have an award\-winning workplace culture ranking \#2 Best Company To Work For in the U\.S\. We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits\. Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including:

+ Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family

+ Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program

+ Best\-in\-Class Paid Time Off \(PTO\)

+ Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel

+ Parental leave to support new parents

+ 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement

+ Employee stock purchase program \(ESPP\) \- purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount

+ Debt\-free education : Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications\*

+ Career growth and development

+ Recognition and rewards programs

\*Available benefits may vary depending upon property\-specific terms and conditions of employment and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement if applicable\.

**Job:** _Sales_

**Title:** _Director of National Accounts \(South West Region\) \- Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton_

**Location:** _null_

**Requisition ID:** _HOT0BSI4_

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