EVENT EXECUTIVE

Leicester Marriott; Wirksworth CP; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international hotel brand in Wirksworth seeks a dedicated individual for a sales-driven role. Responsibilities include analysing market trends, developing customer accounts, and engaging with key managers. This position requires previous hospitality experience, a passion for sales, and the ability to achieve targets. Join a team promoting excellence and career growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Free Meals on Duty

Uniform Provided

Explore Discounts

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Career Development

Training and Development

Qualifications

• Previous hospitality experience required and sales experience desired.
• Passion for sales and for achieving targets and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Analyse the local market trends and develop customer accounts within the local area.
• Maintain and develop site inspection standards to maximise conversion potential.
• Attend weekly sales strategy meetings and present updates on sales actions.
• Keep up to date with competitors and communicate findings with the sales leadership team.
• Influence decision makers at all levels.
• Support marketing by updating 3rd party sales sites.
• Engage the sales team on new sales leads and opportunities.
• Participate in local blitz days, trade shows, and related sales activity.

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional hospitality and eager to join a dynamic team at one of the world's leading hotel brands? We are currently recruiting for a dedicated individual to join our team. We believe in creating memorable experiences for our guests and we want our associates to be at their best: to care for their holistic wellbeing, to feel a sense of belonging, to know their co-workers are committed to a culture of respect and kindness.

What is in it for you

In addition to receiving a competitive salary and investment in your personal development, you will have access to an array of perks and discounts including:

• Free Meals on Duty: Enjoy complimentary meals while at work.
• Uniform Provided: A professional uniform is supplied for all employees.
• Explore Discounts: A Marriott Discount Card that offers benefits on hotel stays and F&B across 140 countries.
• Pension Scheme: Participation in The People’s Pension.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Free and confidential support for various challenges, including financial advice, stress, and health issues.
• Career Development: Opportunities for career growth and internal transfers within Marriott's global network.
• Training and Development: Access to training programs to enhance your skills and advance your career.

Responsibilities

1. Analyse the local market trends and opportunities and develop customer accounts within the local area.
2. Maintain and develop site inspection standards and engage with key managers and departments in order to maximise conversion potential.
3. Support the group and catering conversion and ensure key opportunities are maximised.
4. Attend weekly sales strategy meetings when required, being prepared to present and give updates on key sales actions.
5. Keep up to date with competitors, communicating findings with sales leadership team and adapting hotel offering to win business.
6. Influence decision makers at all levels.
7. Support the marketing team by keeping up to date the 3rd party sales sites including Cvent, Edge and Venue Directory.
8. Engage the sales team on new sales leads and opportunities and make aware of enquiries from managed accounts.
9. Participate and support with local blitz days, trade shows and related sales activity.
10. Use negotiating skills and sales abilities to close on business and negotiate contracts.
11. Utilize Marriott Global Source for resources and information (Training Energizers, segment websites, etc.).
12. Effectively manage and develop relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
13. Effectively use sales resources and administrative/support staff.

Safety And Company Policies

• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures.
• Report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to the manager.
• Complete safety training and certifications.
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Communicate with others using clear and professional language.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others.
• Support the team to reach common goals.
• Listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous hospitality experience required and sales experience desired.
• Passion for sales and for achieving targets and objectives.

Join us and be part of a team that values excellence, sustainability, and career growth. Apply today to start your journey with Marriott!