Mgr-Sales I

Manager, Sales I – Drive Revenue Growth and Foster Lasting Customer Relationships

Join Marriott International as a **Manager, Sales I**, where you will play a pivotal role in driving sales growth, cultivating strategic partnerships, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. This dynamic position demands a proactive, results-driven professional with a passion for relationship-building and revenue optimization. As part of our esteemed team, you will lead sales initiatives, execute high-impact strategies, and ensure seamless service delivery to elevate our brand’s reputation in the competitive hospitality industry.

Reporting to senior management, this full-time role is based at our prestigious location in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, where you will leverage your expertise to enhance our market presence and exceed sales targets. Your ability to analyze market trends, identify lucrative opportunities, and foster long-term client relationships will be instrumental in achieving both personal and organizational success.

Key Responsibilities

Your role will encompass a diverse range of responsibilities designed to maximize revenue and strengthen our customer base:

• Proactive Sales Leadership: Actively identify and pursue sales opportunities, ensuring timely and accurate business turnover for seamless service delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sales efforts, eliminate redundancies, and amplify impact.
• Relationship-Centric Sales: Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective clients through strategic initiatives such as sales calls, entertainment engagements, FAM (Familiarization) trips, and industry trade shows. Expand our customer network by engaging with local stakeholders and community leaders to uncover new growth avenues.
• Strategic Market Analysis: Stay ahead of industry trends by analyzing competitors’ strengths and weaknesses, economic shifts, and supply-demand dynamics. Tailor your sales approach to capitalize on market conditions and align opportunities with our location’s unique needs.
• Revenue Optimization: Identify high-potential business opportunities that align with our revenue goals. Develop tailored solutions to address client needs, ensuring we deliver value that exceeds expectations and fosters long-term loyalty.
• Operational Excellence: Execute and support all operational aspects of booked business, including proposal generation, contract drafting, and customer correspondence. Ensure seamless handoff to Event Management for flawless service execution.
• Exceptional Customer Service: Champion our commitment to service excellence by delivering consistent, high-quality interactions that drive customer satisfaction and loyalty. Act as a brand ambassador, setting the standard for guest relations and gathering feedback to refine our offerings.

Qualifications and Experience

To thrive in this role, you will bring a blend of educational attainment and hands-on experience in sales and marketing:

• Education: A two-year degree from an accredited institution in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or a related field, combined with three years of relevant sales or marketing experience; or a four-year bachelor’s degree in a related discipline with one year of professional experience.
• Proven Sales Acumen: Demonstrated success in acquiring new business, closing deals, and achieving sales targets in a competitive environment.
• Strategic Mindset: Ability to analyze market data, identify trends, and develop data-driven strategies to maximize revenue and customer retention.
• Relationship Management: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to cultivate trust, engage stakeholders, and deliver personalized service experiences.
• Operational Proficiency: Familiarity with proposal development, contract negotiation, and customer service standards to ensure smooth business execution.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every associate’s unique background contributes to our global success. We are committed to equal opportunity and celebrate the rich tapestry of talents that drive our mission of delivering “World-Class Hospitality. Always.” Join us in shaping the future of hospitality through innovation, integrity, and a relentless focus on excellence.