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Marriott International

Manages and franchises hotels around the world

Director of Sales

Field SalesPosted on Nov 12
Full-timeLargo, MD, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • Knowledge of hotel sales processes, revenue management principles, and market segmentation.
  • Experience utilizing brand sales systems, customer relationship management platforms, and Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to prospect, develop new business, and maintain long-term client relationships.
  • Strong networking, negotiation, presentation, and communication skills.
  • Self-motivation and strong organizational and time management abilities.
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
  • Ability to travel locally for client meetings, networking events, and sales calls.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute the hotel's annual sales and marketing plan in partnership with the General Manager.
  • Prepare, manage, and monitor the sales budget and revenue goals.
  • Prospect for new business through networking, cold calling, outside sales, and community involvement.
  • Build and maintain relationships with corporate accounts, group clients, and local businesses.
  • Conduct regular sales appointments, property tours, and client presentations.
  • Analyze market trends, competitor activity, STAR reports, and revenue data to identify growth opportunities.
  • Collaborate with Revenue Management to maximize occupancy and average daily rate.
  • Use brand-specific sales systems and customer relationship management tools to track leads, sales activity, and production.
  • Represent the hotel at networking events, trade shows, and community organizations.
  • Provide sales support and training to hotel team members as appropriate.
  • Work closely with Operations to ensure exceptional guest experiences and client satisfaction.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Two or more years of hotel sales experience.
  • Previous Director of Sales experience, although it is not required for highly qualified candidates.
  • Experience with Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, IHG, Wyndham, or other major hotel brands.
  • An associate's degree in Hospitality, Business, Marketing, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

About the Company

Marriott International

Manages and franchises hotels around the world

Marriott International manages and franchises hotels and resorts for leisure and business travelers, with brands spanning luxury stays, select-service hotels and extended visits. Its portfolio includes The Ritz-Carlton, Sheraton and Courtyard, giving hotel owners different formats for serving guests. Most properties belong to third-party owners: Marriott earns management fees tied to hotel revenue and profit, or franchise royalties for use of its brands and systems, while owning or leasing a small share itself. The company also licenses its names for branded residences and vacation ownership properties. With operating roots dating to 1927, Marriott is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Bethesda, MD
Founded
1927

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