Group & Catering Sales Leader

Marriott Executive Apartments; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Marriott Executive Apartments seeks a proactive Sales & Marketing professional to solicit and manage large group and catering opportunities with significant revenue potential. You will drive upselling of packages, ensure timely turnover for service delivery, and cultivate loyalty through outstanding customer experiences across each program or event.

Responsibilities include targeting group accounts, partnering with internal teams, and building relationships within the community to expand the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in the sales and marketing, guest services, front desk, or related professional area.
• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; no work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Targets group/catering accounts, markets, or segments with heavy emphasis on proactive solicitation and account saturation.
• Responds to incoming group/catering opportunities for the property that are outside parameters of the .
• Handles all opportunities if property does not participate in an EBC.
• Identifies, qualifies and solicits new group/catering business to achieve personal and each property’s revenue goals.
• Develops effective group/catering sales plans and actions.
• Maximizes revenue by upselling packages and creative food and beverage.
• Provides excellent customer service to grow share of the account.

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major

Job description

Marriott Executive Apartments seeks a proactive Sales & Marketing professional to solicit and manage large group and catering opportunities with significant revenue potential. You will drive upselling of packages, ensure timely turnover for service delivery, and cultivate loyalty through outstanding customer experiences across each program or event.

Responsibilities include targeting group accounts, partnering with internal teams, and building relationships within the community to expand the