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Marriott Knoxville Downtown - Area Sales Manager OEM

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Daily Pay
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
vision coverage
short-term disability
long-term disability
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
401k Retirement Plan

Job Description

Marriott Knoxville Downtown is a distinguished hotel located in the heart of Knoxville, Tennessee, conveniently adjacent to the Convention Center. This prime location makes it an ideal choice for both business and leisure travelers seeking comfort, convenience, and exceptional service. The hotel provides a range of superior amenities to ensure guests enjoy a carefree and memorable stay. Leisure guests value the hotel's proximity to popular local attractions such as the Knoxville Museum of Art, historic Market Square, and the University of Tennessee. The hotel's dining experience is highlighted by WINDOWS ON THE PARK Restaurant and Lounge, known for its Best-4-Breakfast... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • At least 2 years hotel sales experience preferred
  • Valid driver’s license for the applicable state
  • Developed verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
  • Ability to work independently
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • At least 2 years hotel sales experience preferred
  • Valid driver’s license for the applicable state
  • Developed verbal and written communication skills to negotiate, convince, sell and influence
  • Experience with professional selling skills desired: opening, probing, supporting, closing
  • Proficiency in general computer knowledge especially Microsoft Office products
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Strong organization and presentation skills

Job Duties

  • Effectively attain assigned sales and revenue goals, as well as solicitation call goals for the assigned collection of hotels
  • Proactively conduct solicitation calls, conduct sales tours, and entertain clients specific to Leisure, SMERF, Business Travel (BT) and/or Groups, as applicable by property
  • Grow existing relationships with assigned accounts specific to Leisure, SMERF, Business Travel (BT), and/or Groups, as applicable by property
  • Monitor and evaluate trends within your market segment
  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner
  • Adhere to Aimbridge Hospitality’s established regulations, company standards, sales standards and sales metrics related
  • Develop a full working knowledge of the operations and policies of the hotel and applicable departments
  • Maintain strong visibility in local community and industry organizations, as applicable
  • May assist in implementing and/or participating in special promotions relating to direct sales segments i.e. sales blitzes, etc
  • Attend daily/weekly/monthly meetings and any other functions required by management
  • Perform any other duties as requested by the General Manager or Director of Sales

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location