Marriott International
Multi Property Senior Sales Executive
Marriott International, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
JOB SUMMARY
Acts as the on-property liaison for group sales within the pre-defined peak room parameters for Property Sales. Contracts and closes group business in addition to conducting site inspections. Verifies business is turned over properly and in a timely fashion for quality service delivery. Achieves group revenue goals by actively up-selling each business opportunity to maximize revenue opportunity. Implements the brand's service strategy and applicable brand initiatives in all aspects of the sales process and drives customer loyalty by delivering service excellence throughout each customer experience.CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
Required:
High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the sales and marketing, guest services, front desk, or related professional area.OR2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years experience in the sales and marketing or related professional area.Preferred:
Large group sales experience.CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Managing Sales Activities
Achieves group revenue goals by responding to incoming group/catering opportunities for the property that are within the pre-defined peak room parameters.Understands the overall market (e.g., competitors' strengths and weaknesses, economic trends, supply and demand etc.) and knows how to sell against them.Closes the best opportunities for the property based on market conditions and property needs.Uses negotiating skills and creative selling abilities to close on business and negotiate contracts.Partners with Area Sales to identify new group/catering business and achieve personal and property revenue goals.Acts as the on-property liaison for group events over the Group Sales peak room parameters of the Sales Office.Develops group sales revenue and operation budgets, and provides forecasting reports.Works with the management team to create and implement a group sales/marketing plan addressing revenue, customers, and market.Assists with selling, implementation, and follow-through of group sales promotions.Attends pre- and post-convention meetings to understand group needs, obtain feedback on quality of product (e.g., rooms, meeting facilities and equipment, food and beverage), service levels, and overall satisfaction.Provides accurate, complete, and effective turnover to Event Management.Conducts site inspections, as required.Monitors same day selling procedures to maximize room revenue and control hotel occupancy.Executes and supports the operational aspects of business booked (e.g., generating proposal, writing contract, customer correspondence).Participates in and practices daily service basics of the brand.Verifies that the property implements a seamless turnover from sales to operations and back to sales while consistently delivering high level of service.Monitors the effective resolution of guest issues that arise as a result of the sales process.Verifies successful performance by increasing revenues, controlling expenses, and providing a return on investment for the owner and Marriott International.Performs other duties, as assigned, to meet business needs.Building Successful Relationships
Builds and strengthens relationships with existing and new customers to enable future bookings through sales calls, entertainment, FAM trips, trade shows, etc.Develops relationships within the community to strengthen and expand customer base for group/catering sales opportunities.Works collaboratively with off-property sales channels to verify the property needs are being achieved.Partners with Event Management and/or Operations in providing a customer experience that exceeds the customer's expectations.Executes exemplary customer service to drive customer satisfaction and loyalty.Implements the brand's service strategy and applicable brand initiatives in all aspects of the sales process.Serves the customer by understanding their needs and recommending the appropriate features and services.Gains understanding of the property's primary target customer and service expectations.COMPENSATION
The hourly pay range for this position is $50.48 to $63.94. Marriott offers a bonus program, comprehensive health care benefits, 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match, employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount, accrued paid time off, life insurance, group disability insurance, travel discounts, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, pre-tax commuter benefits, and other life and work wellness benefits. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status.ABOUT AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION
The Autograph Collection is a growing collection of four and five-star independent hotels, each offering unique and memorable experiences. All Autograph Collection hotels look to attract The Individualist, the brand's target consumer. In joining Autograph Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International.Be
where you can do your best work,
begin
your purpose,
belong
to an amazing global team, and
become
the best version of you.
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Acts as the on-property liaison for group sales within the pre-defined peak room parameters for Property Sales. Contracts and closes group business in addition to conducting site inspections. Verifies business is turned over properly and in a timely fashion for quality service delivery. Achieves group revenue goals by actively up-selling each business opportunity to maximize revenue opportunity. Implements the brand's service strategy and applicable brand initiatives in all aspects of the sales process and drives customer loyalty by delivering service excellence throughout each customer experience.CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
Required:
High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the sales and marketing, guest services, front desk, or related professional area.OR2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years experience in the sales and marketing or related professional area.Preferred:
Large group sales experience.CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Managing Sales Activities
Achieves group revenue goals by responding to incoming group/catering opportunities for the property that are within the pre-defined peak room parameters.Understands the overall market (e.g., competitors' strengths and weaknesses, economic trends, supply and demand etc.) and knows how to sell against them.Closes the best opportunities for the property based on market conditions and property needs.Uses negotiating skills and creative selling abilities to close on business and negotiate contracts.Partners with Area Sales to identify new group/catering business and achieve personal and property revenue goals.Acts as the on-property liaison for group events over the Group Sales peak room parameters of the Sales Office.Develops group sales revenue and operation budgets, and provides forecasting reports.Works with the management team to create and implement a group sales/marketing plan addressing revenue, customers, and market.Assists with selling, implementation, and follow-through of group sales promotions.Attends pre- and post-convention meetings to understand group needs, obtain feedback on quality of product (e.g., rooms, meeting facilities and equipment, food and beverage), service levels, and overall satisfaction.Provides accurate, complete, and effective turnover to Event Management.Conducts site inspections, as required.Monitors same day selling procedures to maximize room revenue and control hotel occupancy.Executes and supports the operational aspects of business booked (e.g., generating proposal, writing contract, customer correspondence).Participates in and practices daily service basics of the brand.Verifies that the property implements a seamless turnover from sales to operations and back to sales while consistently delivering high level of service.Monitors the effective resolution of guest issues that arise as a result of the sales process.Verifies successful performance by increasing revenues, controlling expenses, and providing a return on investment for the owner and Marriott International.Performs other duties, as assigned, to meet business needs.Building Successful Relationships
Builds and strengthens relationships with existing and new customers to enable future bookings through sales calls, entertainment, FAM trips, trade shows, etc.Develops relationships within the community to strengthen and expand customer base for group/catering sales opportunities.Works collaboratively with off-property sales channels to verify the property needs are being achieved.Partners with Event Management and/or Operations in providing a customer experience that exceeds the customer's expectations.Executes exemplary customer service to drive customer satisfaction and loyalty.Implements the brand's service strategy and applicable brand initiatives in all aspects of the sales process.Serves the customer by understanding their needs and recommending the appropriate features and services.Gains understanding of the property's primary target customer and service expectations.COMPENSATION
The hourly pay range for this position is $50.48 to $63.94. Marriott offers a bonus program, comprehensive health care benefits, 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match, employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount, accrued paid time off, life insurance, group disability insurance, travel discounts, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, pre-tax commuter benefits, and other life and work wellness benefits. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status.ABOUT AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION
The Autograph Collection is a growing collection of four and five-star independent hotels, each offering unique and memorable experiences. All Autograph Collection hotels look to attract The Individualist, the brand's target consumer. In joining Autograph Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International.Be
where you can do your best work,
begin
your purpose,
belong
to an amazing global team, and
become
the best version of you.
#J-18808-Ljbffr