About ARK Hospitality & Everhome Suites<\/b>
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ARK Hospitality’s mission is to raise the bar on what relationships, reputation, and returns mean in hospitality. We are passionate about delivering results through strong teams, proven systems, and a culture built on learning, accountability, and service.
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This opportunity is based at Everhome Suites Wichita Northeast<\/b>, a Choice Hotels extended -stay brand designed for long -term travelers seeking comfort, convenience, and modern apartment -style living. The property is ideally located near Wichita State University, major employers, medical centers, and Downtown Wichita attractions.
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About the Property<\/b>
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Everhome Suites Wichita Northeast offers apartment -style accommodations with full kitchens, modern amenities, and a focus on long -term comfort. The hotel is located in a high -growth area with access to major highways, business hubs, and local attractions, making it a prime opportunity for a sales leader to build strong revenue pipelines and market presence.
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Position Summary<\/b>
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The Director of Sales is responsible for leading all sales and revenue -driving efforts for the property. This role focuses on growing occupancy, ADR, and long -term room nights by targeting key extended -stay demand segments and building strong relationships within the local market.
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This position blends strategic planning with hands -on sales execution, with a strong emphasis on business development, account management, and community engagement.
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Key Responsibilities<\/b>
<\/h3>- Develop and execute a comprehensive sales and marketing strategy to drive occupancy, ADR, and revenue growth
<\/li> - Identify and secure business across key extended -stay segments including:
- Construction and trades
<\/li> - Corporate/project -based travel
<\/li> - Relocation and housing services
<\/li> - Healthcare, education, and government accounts
<\/li><\/ul><\/li> - Actively prospect new business through sales calls, networking, and site visits
<\/li> - Build and maintain strong relationships with local demand generators and key clients
<\/li> - Negotiate and manage corporate and project -based contracts
<\/li> - Collaborate with the General Manager and revenue team on pricing strategies and forecasting
<\/li> - Track and report sales activity, pipeline performance, and account production
<\/li> - Position the hotel as the preferred extended -stay option within the Wichita market
<\/li> - Represent the property at community events and industry engagements
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Requirements<\/h3>Qualifications<\/b>
<\/h3>- Minimum of 2+ years of hotel sales experience
<\/li> - At least 1 year in a leadership or senior sales role preferred
<\/li> - Proven track record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets
<\/li> - Strong ability to generate new business and build lasting client relationships
<\/li> - Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
<\/li> - Highly organized with strong time management and follow -through
<\/li><\/ul>Core Skills<\/b>
<\/h3>- Business development and account management
<\/li> - Extended -stay or long -term housing sales experience (preferred)
<\/li> - CRM and sales reporting systems proficiency
<\/li> - Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
<\/li> - Strong understanding of revenue drivers (occupancy, ADR, RevPAR)
<\/li><\/ul>Additional Requirements<\/b>
<\/h3>- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally
<\/li> - Ability to work in a fast -paced, team -oriented hospitality environment
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Benefits<\/h3>Compensation & Benefits<\/b>
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