You are strategic, relationship-driven, and passionate about driving revenue growth through exceptional client relationships, business development, and sales leadership. You thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment and enjoy mentoring teams while delivering results that exceed expectations.
The Role
Partner with the Director of Sales to develop and execute strategic sales initiatives that maximize hotel revenue, market share, and profitability. This role is responsible for managing key client relationships, supporting the sales team, identifying new business opportunities, and ensuring achievement of group, corporate, leisure, and catering sales goals.
What You Will Be Doing
- Partner with the Director of Sales to develop and implement strategic sales plans that drive occupancy, ADR, and overall revenue performance
- Lead, coach, and support Sales Managers to achieve individual and team sales objectives
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with corporate accounts, travel managers, meeting planners, and key clients
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities through prospecting, networking, and market research
- Conduct hotel site tours, client presentations, and sales calls to generate new business and maintain existing accounts
- Negotiate contracts, develop proposals, and secure group, corporate, and event business
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer demand to identify revenue opportunities
- Collaborate with Revenue Management, Marketing, Catering, and Operations teams to maximize business results
- Attend industry events, trade shows, networking functions, and community engagements to promote the hotel
- Analyze sales performance, booking pace, pipeline activity, and forecasting reports to measure success and recommend improvements
- Assist in preparing annual sales budgets, business plans, and revenue projections
- Maintain accurate account information and sales activities within CRM and hotel management systems
- Ensure exceptional customer service before, during, and after the sales process to foster long-term client relationships
Why You Will Love It Here
Competitive salary plus incentive opportunities
Opportunity to make a significant impact on hotel revenue and growth
Collaborative and supportive leadership team
Professional development and advancement opportunities within the organization
Dynamic hospitality environment with exposure to diverse clients and events
Comprehensive benefits package and employee travel perks, where applicableReady to Join the Team
If you are an experienced hotel sales professional who is passionate about building relationships, developing teams, and driving revenue growth, we invite you to apply today.
EOE
Qualifications
What Makes You You
- Minimum of 3 years of hotel sales experience, including progressive leadership responsibilities
- Previous experience as a Senior Sales Manager, Sales Manager, or similar hospitality sales role preferred
- Strong knowledge of hotel sales, revenue management principles, and market segmentation strategies
- Excellent presentation, communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
- Proven ability to meet or exceed revenue goals and sales targets
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
- Proficiency with hotel sales systems, CRM platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams
- Valid driver's license required
- Must be flexible to work varying schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require
- Ability to travel locally for client meetings, industry events, and networking opportunities as needed
Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center
Hotel with 292 Rooms
Discover historic downtown at our Riverside hotel
Blending regional style and familiar ease, Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center is located in the heart of downtown, nestled in the Inland Empire. Just steps to the Riverside Convention Center, making us the ideal spot for your next trade show or business conference. Our hotel features 293 comfortable accommodations, including 24 spacious suites, perfect for business and leisure travelers alike. Just moments from our doorsteps, you will find popular destinations, such as Fox Performing Arts Center, the historic Mission Inn and the University of California, Riverside. Our hotel is also a mile from the Riverside County Superior Courthouse, major corporations and 10 miles from March Air Reserve Base. Prepare for your meeting in our business center, relax in our concierge lounge with complimentary breakfast and evening hors d'oeuvres or get down to business in our 11,000 square feet of meeting space. Turn any stay into a relaxing getaway at Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center.