Dir-Sales (EBC)

Additional Information

Job Number26085748

Job CategorySales \& Marketing

LocationBuilding No. 153 Street No. 347, Lusail, Qatar, Qatar

ScheduleFull Time

Located Remotely?N

Position Type Management

JOB SUMMARY

Functions as the leader the segmented sales effort (e.g., group, transient, association, corporate, etc.) and responsible for implementing the segment sales strategy and achieving revenue goals for properties within region. Leads and manages all day-to-day activities related to the sales functions for properties within region with a focus on building long-term, value-based customer relationships that enable achievement of property sales objectives. Achieves personal booking goals and makes recommendations on booking goals of direct reports.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 4 years experience in the sales and marketing or related professional area.

OR

• 4-year bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years experience in the sales and marketing or related professional area.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Developing \& Executing Sales Strategies

• Works with sales leaders from properties within region to ensure understanding of sales strategy and effective implementation of this strategy for the segment.

• Develops, implements and sustains aggressive solicitation program focused on increasing business.

• Works with management team to create and implement a sales plan addressing revenue, customers and the market for the segment led by the DOS.

• Assists with the development and implementation of promotions, both internal and external.

Maximizing Revenue

• Provides positive and aggressive leadership to ensure maximum revenue potential (e.g., sets example with personal booking goals).

• Recommends booking goals for sales team members for properties within region.

Managing Sales Activities

• Monitors all day to day activities of direct reports.

• Participates in sales calls with members of sales team to acquire new business and/or close on business.

• Executes and supports the operational aspects of business booked (e.g., generating proposal, writing contract, customer correspondence).

Analyzing \& Reporting on Sales and Financial Data

• Analyzes market information by using sales systems and implements strategy to achieve financial room and catering goals for each property.

• Assists Revenue Management with completing accurate six period projections.

• Reviews sales and catering guest satisfaction results to identify areas of improvement.

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

• Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifies customer service and creates a positive example for guest relations.

• Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.

• Meets with guests during pre- and post-convention meetings to obtain feedback on quality of product (e.g., rooms, meeting facilities and equipment, food and beverage), service levels, execution against contract and overall satisfaction.

• Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.

• Observes service behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals and/or managers.

• Incorporates guest satisfaction as a component of department meetings with a focus on continuous improvement.

• Ensures that a customer recognition program is in effect throughout Sales.

• Executes and supports the company’s customer service standards.

• Executes exemplary customer service to drive customer satisfaction and loyalty by assisting the customer and ensuring their satisfaction before and during their program/event.

• Serves the customer by understanding their needs and recommending the appropriate features and services that best meet their needs and exceed their expectations, while building a relationship and loyalty to the company.

• Gains understanding of each property’s primary target customer and service expectations; serves the customer by understanding their business, business issues and concerns, to offer better business solution both prior to, and during the program/event.

Building Successful Relationships

• Develops and manages relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external.

• Works collaboratively with on and off-property sales channels to ensure the property needs are being achieved and the sales efforts are complementary, not duplicative.

• Works with Human Resources, Engineering and Loss Prevention to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations and/or union requirements.

• Attends customer events, trade shows and sales missions to maintain, build or develop key relationships with GSO managers and customers.

Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities

• Interviews and hires management and hourly employees with the appropriate skills to meet the business needs of the operation.

• Develops, implements and maintains a departmental orientation program for employees to receive the appropriate new hire training to successfully perform their job.

• Utilizes all available on the job training tools for employees.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law. 르메르디앙은 화려한 여행의 시대에서 영감을 받아 풍요로운 삶을 만끽하려는 유럽만의 독특한 정신을 계승하여 각 문화권에 녹여냅니다. 르메르디앙의 고객은 호기심이 많고 창의적이며 국제적인 문화를 추구하는 사람들로, 연결의 순간을 높이 평가하고 여행지를 제대로 즐기기 위해 여행의 속도를 늦춥니다. 우리는 고객이 행복한 삶을 누릴 수 있도록 영감을 주는 경험을 제공하며, 정통하고 세련됨과 동시에 기억에 남는 서비스를 제공합니다. 르메르디앙은 팀에 합류할 호기심 많고 창의적인 인재를 찾고 있습니다. 마음이 맞는 고객과 기꺼이 소통하고자 하고, 기억에 남는 경험을 만들고자 하는 깊은 열정이 있다면 르메르디앙의 채용 기회를 살펴보시기 바랍니다. 르메르디앙에 입사하면 메리어트 인터내셔널의 브랜드 포트폴리오에 합류하게 됩니다. 최선을 다해 일하고, 목표를 향해 달리며, 훌륭한 글로벌 팀의 일원으로 최고의 나를 만들고 싶다면 르메르디앙의 문을 두드리세요.