Director of sales

Location: 1699 Ch. du Mont-Gabriel, Sainte-Adèle, QC. J8B 1A5

Status: Full-time

Salary: Starting from $75,000 per year plus bonuses as per current policy

Currently undergoing major renovations, the Hotel & Spa Mont Gabriel is an iconic destination that seamlessly blends elegance, comfort, and nature. Nestled in the heart of a picturesque landscape surrounded by snow-capped mountains in winter and lush greenery in summer, this establishment offers a unique experience appealing to both winter sports enthusiasts and summer outdoor enthusiasts. With 136 rooms, suites, and condos, a golf course, tennis courts, a spa, health club, meeting, and reception rooms, it presents an opportunity to join an exceptional team. Secure your spot within the dynamic and inclusive team by applying for a position today.

As a member of the hotel’s executive committee and reporting to the General Manager, the Sales Director is responsible for implementing appropriate marketing and sales strategies to achieve the company’s sales and customer loyalty objectives. The successful candidate will oversee the entire sales process, from identifying business opportunities to negotiating and concluding contracts.

Principal job duty:

• Prepare sales reports and projections.
• Manage, retain, and prospect a portfolio of corporate businesses, SMERF, associations, corporate groups, and travel.
• Provide ongoing training and procedural support to the sales team.
• Establish, develop, and maintain a network of contacts.
• Monitor and implement current procedures and policies.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with managers from various operational departments such as reception, reservations, catering, golf, and accounting.
• Develop effective sales and marketing strategies to stimulate business growth.
• Develop marketing plans to promote the company’s products and services.
• Conduct market and competition analysis to ensure competitiveness.
• Build relationships with key clients and business partners.
• Participate in defining company goals and developing strategic plans.
• Collaborate with other company departments to ensure consistency in communication and sales and marketing initiatives.

Qualifications and skills:

• Four (4) to six (6) years of relevant experience in hotel sales.
• A college degree in hotel management is an asset.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Team spirit, leadership, and availability.
• Neat and professional presentation at all times.
• Knowledge of computer systems such as the Microsoft Office suite, Hotello, etc.
• Possession of a vehicle for business travel (an asset).
• Occasional mobility.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Creativity and strategic vision.
• Ability to manage a multi-generational team.

Benefits:

• Group insurance.
• Parking.
• Company cell phone.
• Meals included.
• 3 weeks of vacation.
• Five (5) mobile sick days.
• Flexible schedule.
• Free access to the golf and tennis facilities.

As a member of the Tidan Hotel and Real Estate Group, Mont-Gabriel offers its employees a 50% discount on room reservations across all its establishments.

Languages: Bilingualism (French and English) is required for this position, as we serve an international clientele.