Job Description

The Assistant Director of Luxury Travel is responsible for driving revenue growth through the strategic development and management of luxury consortia, corporate accounts, and wholesale partnerships. This role focuses on cultivating strong relationships with key stakeholders, identifying new business opportunities, and positioning the hotel as the preferred choice within the luxury travel and corporate segments. Working closely with the Director of Sales and Marketing, the Assistant Director will contribute to the hotel's overall sales strategy, ensuring achievement of revenue goals while maintaining the highest standards of luxury hospitality and brand representation.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

Diploma/Degree in Hospitality management or related disciplines
Minimum 5 year of relevant experience preferably in luxury hotel or hospitality.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Luxury Consortia and Wholesale Management

Develop and execute strategic sales plans for luxury consortia programs including preferred partnerships and luxury travel networks.
Maintain strong relationships with luxury travel advisors, consortium leaders, and agency partners.
Conduct regular sales calls, presentations, networking events, and familiarization trips to drive awareness and bookings.
Monitor production and performance of consortia accounts and implement action plans to maximize revenue opportunities.
Negotiate preferred partnership agreements and annual marketing initiatives.

Corporate Sales Development

Identify, solicit, and secure new corporate accounts to achieve annual revenue targets.
Manage and grow an assigned portfolio of local, regional, and international corporate accounts.
Conduct market research to identify emerging business opportunities and industry trends.
Lead contract negotiations and ensure timely completion of corporate agreements.
Develop account plans and strategies to increase market share within targeted industries.

Revenue Generation

Achieve and exceed room night, revenue, and market share objectives.
Collaborate with Revenue Management to optimize pricing strategies and account production.
Drive transient, group, and extended-stay business opportunities within assigned segments.
Analyze sales performance and market intelligence to recommend tactical initiatives.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

About Marriott International

Marriott International, Inc. is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of approximately 9,000 properties across more than 30 leading brands in 141 countries and territories.

Its heritage can be traced to a root beer stand opened in Washington, D.C., in 1927 by J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.

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Industry

Travel & Hospitality

Company Size

10,000+ employees

Headquarters

Bethesda, MD

Year Founded

Unknown

Website

marriott.com

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