Multi Property Sales Manager Corporate

DescriptionSTART YOUR JOURNEY WITH USJW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai welcomes you to the heart of the citys lively downtown district with modern luxury and award-winning service. Soaring above Sheikh Zayed Road our bustling and dynamic 5-star hotel is one of the tallest in the world consisting of two towers with 1608 rooms and boasts awe-inspiring views of the water and Dubai cityscape. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or a workout in the fitness center before easing tired muscles with a massage at Saray Spa. Sample the flavors of the world at our 10 restaurants and lounges which offer Japanese Italian Indian and Thai cuisine. For those planning an event in downtown Dubai UAE our hotel offers 80000 square feet of adaptable space including a striking ballroom and outdoor venues. Explore Dubai Mall Burj Khalifa and Dubai Opera which are all minutes away.LOVE WHAT YOU DO EVEN MOREAt JW Marriott treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we treat our associates. Because we believe it takes people who genuinely love what they do to create a truly extraordinary experience.Here at JW Marriott Marquis Dubai we are looking for talented individuals to join our amazing family and in return we are able to offer you the following:An amazing career opportunity to not just work with us but open opportunities worldwide with our extensive portfolio of hotels.Learning opportunities with some of the best professionals the region has to offer.We aim to promote our associates within as soon as the opportunity arises so we hope to see you progress your career in line with our training and promotion schedule.A competitive salary with excellent benefits which include accommodation meals on duty Transportation and:World class training and development including leadership development.Recognition programs.Discounted accommodation in over 8000 hotels all over the world. Yes 8000!Discounted food & drink in all our restaurants and bars.Discounts for your friends and family.Unlimited career opportunities (Internationally and locally)Medical and Life insuranceAmazing support to ensure you have all the tools you require to complete your day-to-day tasks.OUR EXPECTATIONS FROM THE ROLE:Experience:2 years experience in the sales and marketing or related professional area.Previously a sales manager in 4/5 star hotel.Experience of selling in UAE Market is essential.Marriott sales experience is desirable but not essential.Education or Certification2-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.OR4-year bachelors degree in Business Administration Marketing Hotel and Restaurant ManagementCore Work ActivitiesThe following are specific responsibilities and contributions critical to the successful performance of the position:Works collaboratively with off-property sales channels (e.g. Event Booking Center Market Sales Strategic Accounts) to ensure sales efforts are coordinated complementary and not duplicative.Targets corporate accounts markets or segments with heavy emphasis on proactive solicitation and account saturation.Partners with corporate counterparts to effectively manage the business opportunity.Responds to incoming opportunities for the hotels that are outside parameters of the Event Booking Center.Handles all opportunities if hotels does not participate in an EBC.Identifies qualifies and solicits new business to achieve personal and each hotels revenue goals.Focuses efforts on corporate accounts with significant potential sales revenue.Handles complex business with significant revenue potential as well as significant customer expectations.Develops effective corporate sales plans and actions.Designs develops and sells creative catered events.Maximizes revenue by upselling packages and creative food and beverage.Understands the overall market - competitors strengths and weaknesses economic trends supply and demand etc. and knows how to sell against them.Closes the best opportunities for each property based on market conditions and individual property needs.Uses negotiating skills and creative selling abilities to close on business and negotiate contracts.Utilizes Mhub for resources and information (e.g. Training Energizers etc.).Leverages available eTools (e.g. eRooming Lists eProposals Passkey etc.).Builds and strengthens relationships with existing and new customers to enable future bookings. Activities include sales calls entertainment FAM trips trade shows etc.Develops relationships within community to strengthen and expand customer base for group/catering sales opportunities.Manages and develops relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.Uses sales resources and administrative/support staff.Conducts site inspections.Creates contracts as required.Supports brands Service and Relationship Strategy driving customer loyalty by delivering service excellence throu