Franchised Sales Manager

Job description

Thank you for your interest in this position. It is a job opportunity with one of Marriott International's franchisees.

Please apply online at https://wischermannpartners.snaphire.com/jobdetails?ajid=bsHQ7&preview=m-EXTERNAL_ajid-bsHQ7

Desired profile

Qualifications :

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Wischermann Partners, Inc. The franchisee controls all aspects of the hotel's employment policies and practices, including the selection and hiring process. If you accept a position at this hotel you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International.

Job Summary

The BT/Leisure Sales Manager is responsible for the successful achievement of the budgeted transient room revenues for the hotel, through the growth and acquisition of key corporate accounts, local negotiated accounts, corporate travel channels and luxury consortia. Maintaining relationships with current accounts while soliciting new accounts is key to this role. Travels outside of the office to meet with customers and prospective customers to develop business, make proposals, negotiate contracts, maintain contacts, conduct site inspections and close deals is necessary. Expectation is to consistently meet with and entertain customers, conduct property tours, and participate in tradeshows and industry and community events to promote facilities and services.

A successful candidate for this position must demonstrate the following skills:

·  Refined communication skills
·  Ability to build effective client relationships
·  Excellence in account prospecting/acquisition
·  Superior customer service delivery using excellent communication skills
·  Self-motivation, enthusiasm and the desire to work in an environment that promotes autonomy, accountability and a close team environment

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of 2+ years of experience in a similar role in hotel sales with a major hotel brand. Experience in the luxury and/or upper upscale segment is strongly preferred.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a related field of study.

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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