Director of Sales & Marketing | Doubletree Houston

About the role

The Director of Sales and Marketing position at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites by the Galleria is an active selling role requiring strategic sales and marketing skills. This role is based in the upscale Galleria area of Houston.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience as a Director of Sales & Marketing in a full-service hotel.
• Experience with Hilton systems, tools, and commercial programs.
• Local Houston market experience.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the Houston market and its trends.
• Proven track record of driving revenue growth and customer acquisition.
• Experience in managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with various departments.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop and implement effective marketing campaigns.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and planning.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Market research and analysis skills.
• Project management and organizational skills.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth and development, competitive compensation package, and a supportive work environment.

Pay

Competitive annual salary and operational incentive plan eligibility.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate hotel operations and client needs.

Benefits

Exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & their family members, including a 401K matching program and discounts with Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members.