Business Development Manager - Chicago, ILL USA

Melia Hotels International

69d • Remote

About The Position

This position is fully remote, allowing you to work from the Illinois area but with a greater knowledge of the Chicago market. The role involves promoting MHI Products, developing new business opportunities with various travel partners, coordinating sales operations, strategic planning, relationship management, and conducting market analysis.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years in a similar role, with a proven track record of exceeding sales goals.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• Positive under all circumstances and goal-oriented.
• Comprehensive understanding of the assigned area/market, proficiency in MS Office and CRM systems, experience with RFP management and business development tools.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Native or bilingual proficiency in English; other languages are highly valued.

Nice To Haves

• Other languages are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Promote MHI Products: Educate travel partners and key decision-makers about Meliá Hotels International products to increase sales and brand recognition.
• Develop New Business: Identify and establish new business opportunities with Travel Partners such as: Agencies that belong to a PREMIUM Consortia, Tour Operator, Airlines, Tourism Boards, Entertainment houses/agencies, Luxury Travel Agencies in your assigned territory to any hotel in the MHI portfolio worldwide.
• Sales Coordination: Manage all related sales operations in line with corporate policies and standards.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement a clear and concise sales plan to generate new prospects and meet sales goals.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain business relationships in the respective markets to drive fruitful business relations.
• Market Analysis: Conduct competitor and market analysis, and collaborate closely with hotels and other counterparts within the organization.

Benefits

• My MeliáRewards: Participate in our exclusive loyalty program, enjoying unique benefits and advantages.
• My MeliáBenefits: Take advantage of flexible compensation and exclusive discounts on a wide variety of products and services, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed