Director of Sales
linkedinWashington, PA
$70,000-75,000
Apply nowDirector of Sales
L7
linkedinWashington, PAtoday
$70,000-75,000
Occupations
Sales ManagersSales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and TravelSales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific ProductsDirector of Sales Historic Hotel in Washington, PA (Pittsburgh Area)$70,000-75,000 Base Range Salary
Position Overview:
Hotel- historic property in the Pittsburgh area, is seeking a results-driven Director of Sales to lead revenue growth across rooms, catering, and events. This is a hands-on sales leadership role focused on proactive business development rather than order-taking. The successful candidate will drive bookings for weddings, corporate events, social functions, and ancillary F&B while building a sustainable sales pipeline. WEDDING EXPERIENCE NEEDED for this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy to achieve and exceed revenue goals (target: $50,000+ per week / approximately $2.5M annually across rooms and catering)
- Actively prospect and close new business, with primary focus on weddings, corporate events, holiday parties, and group business
- Maximize utilization of the hotel's seven event spaces by booking multiple events per weekend whenever feasible
- Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through contract, deposit, and post-event follow-upLeverage digital tools, social media, and visual marketing (photos and videos of past events) to attract and convert clients
- Collaborate closely with ownership and operations leadership; report directly to ownership rather than the current General Manager
- Support growth of the hotel's café and coffee shop through event and group sales
- Maintain accurate pipeline tracking and deliver regular reporting on activity and results
Ideal Candidate:
- Proven track record in hotel, resort, or venue sales (Director of Sales, Sales Manager, or similar role)
- Self-motivated "hunter" mentality — comfortable with outbound prospecting and not reliant on inbound leads
- Strong experience selling weddings and corporate events
- Tech-savvy with modern sales and marketing tools (CRM, social media, digital advertising, and visual content)
- Able to navigate a transitional environment and work effectively amid organizational changes
- Professional, organized, and results-oriented with excellent communication skills
Compensation & Benefits:
Base Salary$70,000-75,000 Commission Structure (Uncapped)3% commission on all catering and event revenue (calculated on net revenue after discounts or comps; paid after the event is paid in full)2% commission on rooms revenue generated by the Director of Sales (calculated on net revenue after discounts or comps) Booking Bonus-w/ monthly goals Optional Quarterly Bonus
Benefits:
- Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability
- Robust health insurance plan 401(k) with 3–4% company match
- Paid vacation
This is a high-impact opportunity with significant upside for a motivated sales professional who thrives on results and wants to help rebuild and grow a historic property.
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Level
ManagerL7
Salary
$70,000-75,000
Location
Washington, PA
Occupation
Sales Managers
Industry
Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels
Posted
today
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