Senior Group Sales & Catering Manager - Franchised

Job Number 24161889Job Category Sales & MarketingLocation Fort Lauderdale Marriott North, 6650 N. Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United StatesSchedule Full-TimeLocated Remotely? NRelocation? NPosition Type ManagementAdditional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Pyramid Global Hospitality. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc. The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.The Senior Group Sales & Catering Manager plays a crucial role in driving sales by expertly managing group sales accounts and skillfully balancing client needs with business objectives to ensure both satisfaction and profitability. This position demands a candidate with a proven track record in sales within the hotel industry, coupled with a comprehensive understanding of the sales process and its significance in a hospitality environment.Job Responsibilities but not limited:Preparing and presenting effective proposals, maintaining well-organized documentation and reports, utilizing Marriott Sales systems, including CI/TY and brand resources.Coordinating customer service requirements as appropriate.Implementing innovative sales strategies, fostering strong relationships with clients, and expertly negotiating and finalizing contracts.Selling guest rooms, meeting space, and other services to customer groups, managing accounts, managing site inspections, soliciting, and generating businessPreparing and presenting effective proposals, maintaining well-organized documentation and reports, utilizing Sales systems, and coordinating customer service requirements as appropriateIdentify new business opportunities and areas for growth.Monitor sales performance, analyze sales data, and prepare reports for senior management.Collaborate with other departments to ensure a cohesive approach to market expansion and customer satisfaction.Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or a related field.Minimum of 5 years of proven sales experience in the hospitality industry, with a focus on diverse market segments.Strong negotiation skills and an established track record in strategic sales planning and execution.Excellent communication, presentation, and networking abilities.Proficient in CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite.Capacity to adapt to flexible working hours.Please login to our career site for more information. Https://careers.pyramidglobal.com.This company is an equal opportunity employer.frnch1