Assistant Director of Sales - Leisure

at  Marriott International Inc

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Job Number24190232
Job CategorySales & Marketing
LocationLapita Dubai Parks and Resorts Autograph Collection, Dubai Parks & Resorts, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates
ScheduleFull Time
Located Remotely?N
Position Type Management

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Sales to lead the leisure market segment, focusing on driving business, building client relationships, and achieving revenue goals through strategic sales initiatives. This role is responsible for developing and implementing targeted marketing strategies to increase RevPAR and capture share-of-wallet across all departments of the resort. You work closely with all hotel teams to ensure all communications align with brand standards and strategic goals. This position requires collaboration with key department leaders to design and execute promotional programs that meet revenue objectives and maximize guest engagement.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Hotel Management, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of hospitality sales experience with a focus on the UAE leisure market.
• Demonstrated experience working with leisure organizations within the UAE, preferably in a resort setting.
• Proven ability to meet and exceed revenue targets through effective negotiation and relationship management.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with a results-oriented mindset.

• Develop and implement targeted sales strategies for the leisure market.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts and travel partners.
• Lead sales initiatives to maximize revenue, guest satisfaction, and market share.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Revenue teams to create impactful promotions.
• Analyze market trends to identify growth opportunities and adapt sales tactics.
• Support and mentor sales team members, fostering a high-performance culture..