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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS• 10+ years of total work experience in an external facing role, such as managing commercial relationships with vendors or customers • 10+ years of total work experience in sales, acquisition, operations or management of real estate in the Industrial, Data Center or Commercial Real Estate industries• 6+ years of experience of transaction coordination including supplier/customer communication, cost analysis, negotiations and contracting, and supplier performance management• Knowledge and track record of executing both Colocation and Real Estate related Data Center transactions including leading commercial, technical and legal negotiations• 4+ years of experience in market development, including site and/or vendor evaluation and due diligence activities • High level of proficiency in MS WORD and MS EXCEL • Excellent English written and oral communication skillsDESCRIPTIONDo you have the business savvy and the technical background necessary to help establish Amazon as a key technology platform provider? Amazon Data Services India Private Limited (ADSIPL) is looking for a Business Development Manager in Data Center Supply Solutions team to drive our infrastructure strategy and investment activities supporting new market expansion in the India region. As a Technical Business Development Manager, you will have the exciting opportunity to help promote the growth and shape the future of our business. This role will serve as a key member of the Business Development Team, and will play a critical role in driving ownership of key deliverables across multiple stakeholder organizations, working hand in hand with demand planners, engineering, public policy, legal, finance/treasury, project management, and operations. He/she should have a demonstrated ability to think strategically about business, product, and technical challenges, with the ability to build and convey compelling value propositions. A successful candidate will have the aptitude to strategically plan, make decisions, negotiate contracts, act tactically, write effectively, and display strong analytical and critical thinking skills. He/she must be a proven problem solver, and possess the ability to influence at the CxO level and negotiate multi-million dollar contracts. As this position involves direct contact with senior leaders, you must have a professional demeanor, strong business acumen, and be able to communicate ideas in a clear and articulate manner. This position will be based in Mumbai, but will require 15-25% business travel to support regional expansion activities, training, and team off-sites.Key job responsibilities• Serve as a key member of the Technical Business Development team in driving overall Infrastructure strategy for target regions for real estate• Understand the supplier base (both Colocation providers and Real Estate developers), develop a strong understanding of market dynamics and activity, and develop long-term strategic partnerships in support of our key markets • Set business development plans in-line with the larger organization strategic direction • Negotiate and close multi-million dollar contracts to support capacity expansion • Understand the technical requirements of our engineering teams and negotiate solutions that meet technical requirements as well as the business objectives • Ownership of business case creation and presentation to leadership (including commercial, technical and risk profile)• Prepare and give project reviews to the senior management team regarding progress and deal execution roadblocks • Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and pivot on the fly to changing requirements • Continue to build a culture of speed, flexibility and frugality with all business partners • Develop and implement new mechanisms to improve our customer experience • Business Travel: 15-25%About the teamDiverse Experiences Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud. Inclusive Team Culture Here at Amazon, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Mumbai, MH, INDPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Engineering (or 10+ years' experience in lieu) • 6+ years of experience related to the negotiation of contracts either from a Colocation or Real Estate perspective• High level knowledge of data center infrastructure, including electrical, mechanical, structural, fiber optics, and other technical, operational and security requirements: Relevant certifications such as CDCDP via CNET a plus • Exceptional process management skills with capacity to manage a large number of competing priorities simultaneously and work to tight deadlines • Excellent analytical skills with ability to provide big picture insights from granular data• Exceptional interpersonal skills including written and verbal communication skills necessary to build effective working relationships and positively influence decision making• Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively in a complex, ambiguous and fast-paced environment • Written and oral communication skills in Hindi• Proficiency in the use of business applications such as SalesForce, Tableau, Google EarthSalary: . Date posted: 03/29/2024 10:06 PM

DESCRIPTIONAs a Strategy and Investment Manager based in India, you will have the exciting opportunity to help promote the growth of AWS Data Center infrastructure via strategic procurement activities in the region. The ideal candidate will possess both a business background that enables them to engage and interact with senior leaders and executives, as well as a technical background that enables them to easily interact with Data Center and Network engineers. She/he should have a demonstrated ability to think strategically about business, product, and technical challenges, with the ability to build and convey compelling value propositions. She/he must have a demonstrated ability to drive critical contracts from a business and technical perspective to procure data center infrastructure. Key job responsibilities - Serve as a key member of the Business Development team in APAC in helping to support overall Infrastructure strategy. - Support business development plan for target markets and ensure it's in line with Infrastructure's strategic direction. - Execute the strategic business development plan while working with key internal stakeholders (e.g. product teams, Networking, Engineering, Legal, Tax). - Model and compare cost structures in order to guide decisions on infrastructure strategy - Support the execution of key contracts from a business and technical perspective. - Understand the technical requirements of our engineering teams and support a deal that solves their requirements as well as the business objectives. - Prepare and present business reviews to the senior management team regarding progress and roadblocks to closing new deals to ensure compliance with global AWS standards, practices and policies. - Support complex contract discussions and serve as a liaison to the legal group. - Develop long-term strategic partnerships in support of our key markets.About the teamInclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We have ten employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and host annual and ongoing learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust.Work/Life BalanceOur team puts a high value on work-life balance. It isn’t about how many hours you spend at home or at work; it’s about the flow you establish that brings energy to both parts of your life. We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment. We offer flexibility in working hours and encourage you to find your own balance between your work and personal lives.Mentorship & Career Growtho Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future.We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Mumbai, MH, INDBASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Technical degree required; MBA, Engineering, Math or Legal background highly desired - 5+ years of infrastructure negotiation (Data Center / colocation), and partner/business development and/or program/product management experience in an infrastructure environment. - Has strong contacts in the Asia Pacific Data Center and/or real estate markets. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Data Center / Collocation Negotiation - Vendor Management - Strong verbal and written communications skills are a must, as well as the ability to work effectively across internal and external organizations. - Meets/exceeds Amazon’s leadership principles requirements for this role. - Meets/exceeds Amazon Web Services functional / technical depth and complexity for this role - Familiar with Lease and Real Estate acquisition a plus.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Economics, Finance or Accounting, Real Estate, or related field.• 4+ years of demonstrable experience in one or more of the following areas: business development, finance operations, sourcing and procurement, project management• 2+ years of experience of transaction coordination including supplier communication, cost analysis, negotiations and contracting, and supplier performance management• 3+ years of experience in an external facing role, such as managing commercial relationships with vendors or customers• 6+ years of experience in business development, colocation transactions, procurement, or finance in data center, telecommunication or networking industry• Experience managing procurement transactions successfully, including supplier communication, cost analysis, negotiations and contracting, and supplier performance management for colocation, telecommunication or network transactions• Demonstrable experience managing internal stakeholder relationships and working successfully across organizations to deliver results requiring collaboration and coordination with multiple teams • High level of proficiency in MS WORD and MS EXCEL • Excellent English written and oral communication skillsDESCRIPTIONDo you have the business savvy and the technical background necessary to help establish Amazon as a key technology platform provider? Amazon Data Services India Private Limited (ADSIPL) is looking for Business Development Manager in Data Center Supply Solutions team to drive our infrastructure strategy and investment activities supporting new market expansion in the India region. As a Technical Business Development Manager you will have the exciting opportunity to help shape and the future of our business via strategic procurement and partnership activities. You will own internal relationships with key business partners (product, operations, networks, engineering, finance, legal), perform market and financial analysis, evaluate colocation solutions in accordance with our standards, negotiate and execute contractual agreements with key data center vendors, and support development of long-term infrastructure scaling strategies with senior Technical Business Developers and Principals. You will plan and manage data center infrastructure costs, negotiate commercial terms, act tactically, write effectively and manage relationships with key vendors, and act as a subject matter expert on commercial matters related to infrastructure agreements. The candidate must be a proven problem solver, and possess the ability to influence at the CXO level and negotiate multi-million dollar contracts.The ideal candidate will possess both a business background to drive engagement and interact at the CXO/VP level, as well as an ability to recognize and evaluate technical issues alongside our Data Center engineers. He/she should have a demonstrated ability to think strategically about business, product, and technical challenges, with the ability to build compelling value propositions. As this position involves direct contact with senior leaders you must have a professional demeanor, strong business acumen, and be able to communicate ideas in a clear and articulate manner. This position will be based in Mumbai, but will require 25-30% business travel to support regional expansion activities, training, and team off-sites.Key job responsibilities• Serve as a key member of the Technical Business Developer team in India in helping to drive overall Infrastructure strategy for colocation deals, focused on EDGE expansion and renewals• Manage infrastructure transactions: validate internal stakeholder inputs, engage with vendors, prepare business cases for leadership approval, and drive contract execution with Legal partners• Understand the technical requirements of our networking, engineering and operations teams, negotiate key contracts from a business and technical perspective, and serve as a liaison to the Legal and Finance teams Ownership of business case creation and presentation to leadership (including commercial, technical and risk profile)• Negotiate and close multi-million dollar contracts to support capacity expansion • Prepare and give business reviews to the senior management team regarding progress and roadblocks to closing new deals to ensure compliance with global standards, practices and policies • Manage internal stakeholder communication and provide status updates on colocation partnership, contract executions and/or site validations • Manage organization's procurement activities including due diligence, vendor onboarding/qualification, vendor engagement and supports internal teams on escalations with vendorsAbout the teamDiverse Experiences Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud. Inclusive Team Culture Here at Amazon, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Mumbai, MH, INDPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS• Working knowledge of data center colocation infrastructure, including rack layout, cooling, power backup/generation systems • Knowledge of data center colocation transaction approaches, structures, and best practices, related development processes, and data center plus satellite ground station site selection • Experience related to procurement of data center infrastructure goods and services • Exceptional project and process management skills with capacity to manage a large number competing priorities simultaneously and work to tight deadlines • Proficiency in the use of business applications such as SalesForce, Tableau, Google EarthSalary: . Date posted: 04/10/2024 10:16 PM

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of program or project management experience- 3+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience- 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience- Bachelor's degree- Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL- Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvementsDESCRIPTIONAWS is seeking for an experienced, highly resourceful, and business-oriented Project Manager to manage cross-function programs at its Data Centers. The individual is expected to collaborate with multiple stakeholders across the IN Data Center ecosystem. The role also requires proficiency around designing long-term strategic solutions while managing and continuously improvising periodic business review cadences. The individual should have excellent document writing, data-analysis, and MS excel skills.The level of ambiguity in this role requires the individual to assess and collaboratively determine the best strategies of operational excellence and coherence between multiple inter-dependent functions. The role provides extensive learning opportunities within the realm of Data Centre industry and the individual is expected to be well versed (or willing to learn) in tech-level nuances across the functions of electrical, mechanical, IT, and computer science. This role will cover a wide range of deliverables - from strategic contracts management to input on day-to-day operations. This position will be responsible for the service deliveries including the ones through service partners & vendors supporting the services. This position will also be responsible to have a close check on the operational expenditure to maintain the same within budget and also expected to explore and drive initiatives on improving efficiency, cost and overall turnaround time. This position will liaise with the business teams, procurement, finance, legal, vendors, tax, security, EHS etc. to support the overall site business operations.Project Manager will be responsible for (i) Execution of review cadences within IN Infra Ops, (ii) Spearheading projects around the global best practices and implementing them within Infra Ops, (iii) Identifying key strategic opportunities that exist within the ecosystem and utilize their SME knowledge to implement the same, and (iv) leveraging stakeholders to deliver collectively as Infra Ops teams.Key job responsibilities• Collaborate with site Facility Managers, HR, Legal, Safety, Security, Finance and EHS to ensure that all sites are business compliant. Conduct quarterly audits, document findings and drive/ assist action plans for prompt closure. • Develop, cultivate and own key relationships with third party service providers and vendors except for MEP services. Manage third-party contractors/vendors engaged in operating and maintaining properties. • Provide admin related support to the Cluster Manager. • SPOC for communication and employee engagement programs. • Coordinate and organize region-level programs, weekly or monthly newsletters.• Drive consistency across all the sites with respect to processes and mechanisms. • Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure business continuity including new hire on-boarding and training programs.• Preparation of annual budget, oversight and management, with emphasis on managing spend of vendor partners.• Drive outsourced providers to deliver continuous improvement and innovations, raising the bar in conjunction with all stakeholders to provide a workplace environment that delights our customers.• Monitor developments in external regulatory environments and work with partners to flag and advise on any possible business impacts.• Should be capable to take up the projects in the mid-way and cope up with a minimum time difference.We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Mumbai, MH, INDPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience- 3+ years of driving process improvements experience- Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization- Experience building processes, project management, and schedules- Master's degree in management, business administration, economics, engineering, marketingSalary: . Date posted: 04/16/2024 10:26 PM

Job Number 24066058Job Category Sales & MarketingLocation Moxy Mumbai Andheri West, Plot No 711, New Link Road, Opp. City Mall, Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India VIEW ON MAP Schedule Full-TimeLocated Remotely? NRelocation? NPosition Type ManagementJOB SUMMARYResponsible for proactively soliciting and managing large group/catering related opportunities with significant revenue potential. Manages group/catering opportunities not handled by an Event Booking Center (EBC). Actively up-sells each business opportunity to maximize revenue opportunity. Achieves personal and team related revenue goals. Verifies business is turned over properly and in a timely fashion for proper service delivery. Responsible for driving customer/guest loyalty by delivering service excellence throughout each customer/guest experience. Provides service to customers in order to grow the account on behalf of the company.CANDIDATE PROFILE Education and Experience • High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in the sales and marketing, guest services, front desk, or related professional area. OR • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; no work experience required.CORE WORK ACTIVITIESUnderstanding Market Opportunities & Driving Revenue • Targets group/catering accounts, markets, or segments with heavy emphasis on proactive solicitation and account saturation. • Partners with group/catering counterpart to effectively manage the business opportunity. • Responds to incoming group/catering opportunities for the property that are outside parameters of the . • Handles all opportunities if property does not participate in an EBC. • Identifies, qualifies and solicits new group/catering business to achieve personal and each property's revenue goals. • Focuses efforts on group/catering accounts with significant potential sales revenue. • Develops effective group/catering sales plans and actions. • Designs, develops and sells creative catered events. • Maximizes revenue by upselling packages and creative food and beverage. • Understands the overall market - competitors' strengths and weaknesses, economic trends, supply and demand etc. and knows how to sell against them. • Closes the best opportunities for each property based on market conditions and individual property needs. • Uses negotiating skills and creative selling abilities to close on business and negotiate contracts.Providing Exceptional Customer Service • Handles complex business with significant revenue potential as well as significant customer expectations. • Builds and strengthens relationships with existing and new customers to enable future bookings. Activities include sales calls, entertainment, FAM trips, trade shows, etc. • Develops relationships within community to strengthen and expand customer base for group/catering sales opportunities. • Supports brand's Service and Relationship Strategy, driving customer loyalty by delivering service excellence throughout each customer experience. • Provides excellent customer service in order to grow share of the account. • Executes brand's Customer Service Standards and property's Brand Standards. • Executes and supports the business Customer Service Standards and property's Brand Standards. • Participates in and practices daily service basics of the brand. • Executes exemplary customer service to drive customer satisfaction and loyalty by assisting the customer and ensuring their satisfaction before and during their program/event. • Serves the customer by understanding their needs and recommending the appropriate features and services that best meet their needs and exceed their expectations, while building a relationship and loyalty to the property and brand. • Gains understanding of the property's primary target customer and service expectations; serves the customer by understanding their business, business issues and concerns, to offer better business solution both prior to, and during the program/event.Building Successful Relationships • Works collaboratively with off-property sales channels (e.g., , Market Sales, Strategic Accounts) to ensure sales efforts are coordinated, complementary and not duplicative. • Manages and develops relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. • Uses sales resources and administrative/support staff.Additional Responsibilities • Utilizes intranet for resources and information. • Conducts site inspections. • Creates contracts as required. • Executes and supports the operational aspects of business booked (e.g., generating proposal, writing contract, customer correspondence).Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.Moxy is for Play. Seriously. The energetic and stylish alternative to the typical hotel experience, Moxy is designed for always-on guests seeking fun new experiences in the hotel and city they're in. Our lively communal spaces and energetic Crew help guests have a good time by creating moments of spontaneous playfulness. Moxy Crew take work seriously, but they never take themselves too seriously. They delight in creating a light and playful atmosphere, and are warm and friendly to those around them, welcoming all. We're looking for people who: love doing it all, always think outside the box, enjoy chatting it up with guests, live in the now but know what's next, and have high energy and a do-it-yourself attitude.If you're someone who is thoughtful, spirited and loves serving up huge doses of fun, then take a look at our jobs and see if anything catches your eye. In joining Moxy Hotels, 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.Salary: . Date posted: 04/16/2024 03:43 PM

Job Number 23180921Job Category Sales & MarketingLocation JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar, IA Project Road, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India VIEW ON MAP Schedule Full-TimeLocated Remotely? NRelocation? NPosition Type ManagementJOB SUMMARYThe position is accountable for proactively soliciting and handling sales opportunities. Ensures business is turned over properly and in a timely fashion for proper service delivery. Assists in leading all day-to-day activities related to sales with a focus on building long-term, value-based customer relationships that enable achievement of sales objectives. Achieves personal sales goals.CANDIDATE PROFILE Education and Experience• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 3 years experience in the sales and marketing or related professional area. OR • 4-year bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 1 year experience in the sales and marketing or related professional area.CORE WORK ACTIVITIESBuilding Successful Relationships that Generate Sales Opportunities • Works collaboratively with off-property sales channels to ensure sales efforts are coordinated, complementary and not duplicative. • Builds and strengthens relationships with existing and new customers to enable future bookings. Activities include sales calls, entertainment, FAM trips, trade shows, etc. • Develops relationships within community to strengthen and expand customer base for sales opportunities. • Manages and develops relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. • Provides accurate, complete and effective turnover to Event Management.Managing Sales Activities • Participates in sales calls with members of sales team to acquire new business and/or close on business. • Executes and supports the operational aspects of business booked (e.g., generating proposal, writing contract, customer correspondence).Using Knowledge of Market Trends and Target Customer Information to Maximize Revenue • Identifies new business to achieve personal and location revenue goals. • Understands the overall market - competitors' strengths and weaknesses, economic trends, supply and demand etc. and knows how to sell against them. • Closes the best opportunities for the location based on market conditions and location needs. • Gains understanding of the location's primary target customer and service expectations; serves the customer by understanding their business, business issues and concerns, to offer better business solution.Providing Exceptional Customer Service • Supports the company's service and relationship strategy, driving customer loyalty by delivering service excellence throughout each customer experience. • Services our customers in order to grow share of the account. • Executes and supports the company's customer service standards. • Provides excellent customer service consistent with the daily service basics of the company. • Sets a positive example for guest relations. • Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that's synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, 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.JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you're happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand's namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you'll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That's The JW Treatment™. In joining JW Marriott, 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.Salary: . Date posted: 04/17/2024 10:12 AM

Job Number 24067991Job Category Sales & MarketingLocation JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar, IA Project Road, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India VIEW ON MAP Schedule Full-TimeLocated Remotely? NRelocation? NPosition Type ManagementJOB SUMMARYResponsible for proactively soliciting and managing large group/catering related opportunities with significant revenue potential. Manages group/catering opportunities not handled by an Event Booking Center (EBC). Actively up-sells each business opportunity to maximize revenue opportunity. Achieves personal and team related revenue goals. Verifies business is turned over properly and in a timely fashion for proper service delivery. Responsible for driving customer/guest loyalty by delivering service excellence throughout each customer/guest experience. Provides service to customers in order to grow the account on behalf of the company.CANDIDATE PROFILE Education and Experience • High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in the sales and marketing, guest services, front desk, or related professional area. OR • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; no work experience required.CORE WORK ACTIVITIESUnderstanding Market Opportunities & Driving Revenue • Targets group/catering accounts, markets, or segments with heavy emphasis on proactive solicitation and account saturation. • Partners with group/catering counterpart to effectively manage the business opportunity. • Responds to incoming group/catering opportunities for the property that are outside parameters of the . • Handles all opportunities if property does not participate in an EBC. • Identifies, qualifies and solicits new group/catering business to achieve personal and each property's revenue goals. • Focuses efforts on group/catering accounts with significant potential sales revenue. • Develops effective group/catering sales plans and actions. • Designs, develops and sells creative catered events. • Maximizes revenue by upselling packages and creative food and beverage. • Understands the overall market - competitors' strengths and weaknesses, economic trends, supply and demand etc. and knows how to sell against them. • Closes the best opportunities for each property based on market conditions and individual property needs. • Uses negotiating skills and creative selling abilities to close on business and negotiate contracts.Providing Exceptional Customer Service • Handles complex business with significant revenue potential as well as significant customer expectations. • Builds and strengthens relationships with existing and new customers to enable future bookings. Activities include sales calls, entertainment, FAM trips, trade shows, etc. • Develops relationships within community to strengthen and expand customer base for group/catering sales opportunities. • Supports brand's Service and Relationship Strategy, driving customer loyalty by delivering service excellence throughout each customer experience. • Provides excellent customer service in order to grow share of the account. • Executes brand's Customer Service Standards and property's Brand Standards. • Executes and supports the business Customer Service Standards and property's Brand Standards. • Participates in and practices daily service basics of the brand. • Executes exemplary customer service to drive customer satisfaction and loyalty by assisting the customer and ensuring their satisfaction before and during their program/event. • Serves the customer by understanding their needs and recommending the appropriate features and services that best meet their needs and exceed their expectations, while building a relationship and loyalty to the property and brand. • Gains understanding of the property's primary target customer and service expectations; serves the customer by understanding their business, business issues and concerns, to offer better business solution both prior to, and during the program/event.Building Successful Relationships • Works collaboratively with off-property sales channels (e.g., , Market Sales, Strategic Accounts) to ensure sales efforts are coordinated, complementary and not duplicative. • Manages and develops relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. • Uses sales resources and administrative/support staff.Additional Responsibilities • Utilizes intranet for resources and information. • Conducts site inspections. • Creates contracts as required. • Executes and supports the operational aspects of business booked (e.g., generating proposal, writing contract, customer correspondence).Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that's synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, 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.JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you're happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand's namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you'll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That's The JW Treatment™. In joining JW Marriott, 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.Salary: . Date posted: 04/18/2024 03:15 PM