Sales & Marketing Executive
The Ritz-Carlton Grand CaymanPOSITION SUMMARY
Sales & Marketing Executive
The Sales & Marketing Executive role is responsible for coordinating efforts on the group sales segment to assist in meeting and exceeding the teams booking goals. The position will handle small groups and assist in the designs, development and implementation of creative selling strategies to maximize revenue by assisting in upselling packages and creative food and beverage. The Sales executive will have a keen understanding the overall market -competitors’ strengths and weaknesses, supply and demand, etc., in order to sell effectively against the competition. Builds and strengthens relationships with existing/new customers, assist with client networking initiatives within the local market and utilize negotiation skills and creative selling abilities to uncover new business. The position is also responsible for general sales coordinator administrative tasks and any other duties as assigned.
The ideal candidate will have:
• A minimum of 4 years of experience working in the sales and marketing and a minimum of one year experience in a supervisory capacity in Sales and Marketing at hotel/resort required.
• 2-year degree/Diploma from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major;
• Previous experience in proactive lead generation in hospitality and sales discipline.
• Previous experience in hotel sales proactive and reactive
• Knowledge of property-specific business segments (e.g. group, catering, transient).
• Knowledge the hospitality industry.
• Computer experience in excel, work, power point, outlook
• Ability to add, subtracts, multiply, or divides quickly, correctly, and in a way that allows one to solve work-related issues.
• Excellent communication skills in English, oral and written.
• Attention to detail and follow-up.
• Ability to identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; obtain and compare information from different sources to draw conclusions, develop and evaluate alternatives and solutions, solve problems, and choose a course of action.
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.
At more than 100 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen create experiences so exceptional that long after a guest stays with us, the experience stays with them. Attracting the world’s top hospitality professionals who curate lifelong memories, we believe that everyone succeeds when they are empowered to be creative, thoughtful and compassionate.
Every day, we set the standard for rare and special luxury service the world over and pride ourselves on delivering excellence in the care and comfort of our guests.
Your role will be to ensure that the “Gold Standards” of The Ritz-Carlton are delivered graciously and thoughtfully every day. The Gold Standards are the foundation of The Ritz-Carlton and are what guides us each day to be better than the next. It is this foundation and our belief that our culture drives success by which The Ritz Carlton has earned the reputation as a global brand leader in luxury hospitality. As part of our team, you will learn and exemplify the Gold Standards, such as our Employee Promise, Credo and our Service Values. And our promise to you is that we offer the chance to be proud of the work you do and who you work with.
In joining The Ritz-Carlton, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.