On Property Sales Manager
$45,000–$45,000 year
On-site · New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Job Summary
On-Property Sales Manager at City Express by Marriott in New Orleans leads the property's local sales across transient, small group, extended-stay, and SMERF segments, supports catering and meeting room revenue, and uses Marriott systems to drive revenue. Responsible for developing and executing the property's Sales & Marketing Plan, soliciting and closing new business, managing the Local Negotiated Rate program, conducting proactive outside and prospecting calls, hosting site inspections and client entertainment, maintaining data in CI/TY and related tools, collaborating with Revenue Management on rate strategy, managing group blocks from contract to pickup, coordinating meeting room and catering opportunities, delivering weekly pace and production reports, and representing the property at local industry events. Requires Marriott-brand sales experience, knowledge of Marriott sales platforms, and ability to travel up to 50% for local sales activities.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of hotel sales experience, with at least 1 year at a Marriott-branded property (City Express, Fairfield Inn, SpringHill Suites, Courtyard, TownePlace Suites, Residence Inn, or similar select-service brand strongly preferred)
- Working knowledge of Marriott sales systems: CI/TY, MarRFP, MGS, and SFAWeb|CI
- Demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding individual revenue and room-night goals
- Strong prospecting, negotiation, and closing skills
- High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Business, Marketing, or related field preferred
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for outside sales calls in the greater New Orleans MSA
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Ability to travel locally up to 50% for sales calls, site tours, and industry events
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