Marriott International · 20 hours ago
Director of Sales
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$148K/yr - $161K/yrMarriott International is a leading hospitality company, and they are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Sales to lead the sales strategy for their upscale hotel, Downright Austin. The role involves driving revenue growth, leading a high-performing sales team, and cultivating strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Lead, motivate, and develop the sales team to exceed revenue targets
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, local businesses, university contacts, and hotel ownership
Develop and implement innovative strategies to attract group, corporate, leisure, and catering business
Cultivating Business Travel relationships
Analyze market trends, performance data, and competitor insights to identify opportunities for growth
Represent the hotel at industry events, trade shows, and networking functions to increase brand awareness
Weekly and monthly presentations to ownership and executive leaders
Dynamic, hands-on leader with high energy, who leads by example, inspires from the front, and who can easily cultivate a positive, engaging, fun and performance-driven work environment
Proven ability to boost team productivity and deliver measurable results through effective coaching and active engagement
Accountability Champion with proven history of setting clear performance standards, frequently monitoring team activities and ensuring consistent follow-through on team goals
Marriott systems expert with deep knowledge and ability to leverage Marriott platforms and tools to maximize travel opportunities, including GDS and Consortia programs, driving strategic account growth and market share
Sophisticated and data driven professional with proven track record to interpret complex data, and who can deliver polished, compelling presentations to owners and corporate leadership. Able to develop actionable strategies based on insights
Forecasting and market analysis expert with strong understanding of demand trends to develop strategy
Qualification
Required
Dynamic and experienced Director of Sales
Lead the sales strategy for an upscale hotel
Passion for coaching and mentoring teams
Ability to identify and secure new business opportunities
Lead, motivate, and develop the sales team to exceed revenue targets
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, local businesses, university contacts, and hotel ownership
Develop and implement innovative strategies to attract group, corporate, leisure, and catering business
Cultivating Business Travel relationships
Analyze market trends, performance data, and competitor insights to identify opportunities for growth
Represent the hotel at industry events, trade shows, and networking functions to increase brand awareness
Weekly and monthly presentations to ownership and executive leaders
Dynamic, hands-on leader with high energy
Proven ability to boost team productivity and deliver measurable results through effective coaching and active engagement
Accountability Champion with proven history of setting clear performance standards
Marriott systems expert with deep knowledge and ability to leverage Marriott platforms and tools
Sophisticated and data driven professional with proven track record to interpret complex data
Forecasting and market analysis expert with strong understanding of demand trends
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision plans
Life insurance
ST/LT disability options
401K options
Tuition assistance
Discounted room rates at Concord managed hotels
Training & development
Career advancement opportunities
Performance-based bonus
Company
Marriott International
Marriott International, Inc.
Founded in 1927
10001+ employees
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