Director of Sales & Marketing

Description

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites by the Galleria, located in the upscale Galleria area is looking for an experienced Director of Sales and Marketing to lead the team. This position is an active selling role that requires ambition, strategic sales and marketing skills, and extensive knowledge of the Houston market.

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to & proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our Associates are the shining stars of what we do!

We understand what it takes to be a part of something great. We will encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we will celebrate you and we will cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey. Whether it be our health & wellness programs, best in class learning and development or our travel discounts that ‘feed your inner explorer’, we work hard to create and deliver on what YOU need. We are ready for you to start your journey with us where You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright.

We are committed to providing you with:

• Highly competitive annual salary
• Operational incentive plan eligibility
• An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members
• 401K matching program for eligible associates
• Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Develop and execute a sales and marketing strategy aligned with Hilton standards.
• Lead the commercial team across group, business transient, catering, and leisure segments, ensuring consistent focus on revenue generation, customer acquisition, and long-term relationship development.
• Oversee brand integration efforts, including training and activation of all Hilton sales systems, channels, and marketing platforms (e.g., Cvent, WeddingWire, AllSeated, etc.).
• Partner with revenue and digital marketing teams to optimize performance through pricing, promotions, and third-party channel strategies.
• Deliver compelling and brand-aligned messaging, promotions, and presentations to prospective clients and internal stakeholders.
• Leverage market intelligence to refine strategies and proactively identify new opportunities in corporate, association, social, and lifestyle segments.
• Foster a culture of coaching, accountability, and innovation within the sales and catering team.
• Represent the hotel in the community, attending networking events and building strong local partnerships.
• Collaborate with ownership to provide transparent reporting on KPIs, budget performance, pace, and pipeline development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience as a Director of Sales & Marketing in a full-service hotel is required.
• Experience with Hilton systems, tools, and commercial programs is highly preferred.
• Local Houston market experience is highly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire a sales team with a focus on both strategic execution and tactical agility.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; confident in presenting to ownership and brand leadership.
• Ability to work flexible hours such as evenings and weekends is required.

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