Job Description
Overview
Come Grow With Us!
Pyramid Global Hospitality is an industry-leading and growing global hotel management company. We are seeking a seasoned leader to grow along with our company and be part of a people-first culture that values leadership, innovation, and collaboration. We currently have an opening for aDirector of Sales & Marketingat theHilton Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing, a premier waterfront hotel offering over 20,000 square feet of event space and sweeping views of the Delaware River. This iconic Hilton-branded property is ideally situated near Philadelphia’s historic attractions and vibrant downtown district.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced, results-driven sales leader who thrives in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. This person will lead the hotel’s Sales, Marketing, and Event teams to drive top-line revenue, build long-term client relationships, and execute strategic initiatives that maximize profitability and market share. A strong understanding of the Hilton brand, group and event sales, and the Philadelphia market is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
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Lead and mentor a team of 5+ sales and event professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
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Execute sales activities and strategic initiatives to achieve or exceed revenue goals for occupancy, rate, and total hotel revenue.
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Identify market trends, analyze key metrics, and adjust strategies to remain competitive and maximize opportunities.
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Actively participate in business development efforts including networking, tradeshows, sales trips, and client-facing events.
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Manage key accounts and personally engage with top-producing clients and decision-makers.
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Oversee the planning and execution of meetings and events in over 20,000 square feet of event space, ensuring high levels of service and satisfaction.
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Partner with hotel leadership on forecasting, budgeting, and business planning efforts.
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Negotiate and close contracts that optimize revenue potential while meeting client expectations.
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Maintain a strong presence in the local community and hospitality industry through active involvement in associations and partnerships.
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10% travel required.
Responsibilities
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Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Hospitality, Marketing, or a related field—or equivalent work experience.
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Minimum of7+ years of Sales & Marketing experience, with4+ years of hotel sales experience.
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Minimum of3+ years of leadership experience managing teams of 5 or more.
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Demonstrated success leading sales strategies and achieving revenue goals in a full-service or upper-upscale hotel setting.
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Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
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Experience executing events in venues with20,000+ square feet of meeting space.
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Familiarity withHilton systems preferred(Delphi, FDIC, OnQ, RNI, Social Tables, Cvent); experience with similar platforms required.
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Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
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A dynamic, strategic thinker with the ability to lead by example and drive team results.
Join our team at Hilton Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing and be part of a company that invests in its people and empowers you to thrive.
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