Manager Travel Trade Marketing & RFP Programs (1-year temporary position)

In a nutshell:

Drive the RFP Process towards the set goals and revenue targets and carry out Travel Trade Marketing activities that position Design Hotels as the lifestyle brand of choice for the travel trade.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee various RFP tasks in the preparation of the new RFP Consortia season
• Support in positioning existing and new member hotels within the different consortia programs
• Oversee invoicing process for hotels regarding Preferred TMC and Consortia offering
• Oversee the Deal Master
• Relationship management and sales with member hotels for Consortia and marketing
• Prepare & oversee annual trade marketing plan and activities
• Oversee the Design Hotels Pro trade portal and monthly travel trade newsletter driving content strategy optimization and digital engagement to enhance partner education and brand visibility
• Quality control of all marketing materials sales collateral and promotional tools tailored to the needs of trade partners incl. Consortia TMC and ad-hoc activities
• Analyze the performance of trade marketing campaigns using data and insights to optimize future strategies and tactics.
• Work attentively towards KPIs by supporting the team with market research evaluate marketing opportunities and monitor competition
• Support in various projects incl. collateral for global sales team
• Creation of reports and presentations for various internal & external meetings
• Assist in creation and launch of departamental services
• Support with preparing the annual budget for the department
• Plan the launch campaign activities
• Collaborate with Creative team to optimize workflow
• Collaboration with BI with regarding to Consortia & TMC PFP data and other initiatives tasks
• Supervise Coordinators TTM&RFP and interns
  

Experience & Mindset

• 2 years in project management client-facing or marketing support rolesideally within hospitality travel lifestyle or creative industries.
• Organization & Project Management
  Highly organized able to manage multiple projects meet tight deadlines and maintain strong attention to detail.
• Ownership & Problem-Solving
  Takes ownership of tasks solution-oriented accountable.
• Analytical & Marketing Skills
  Uses data and insights to inform decisions track performance and support marketing campaigns and partner engagement.

• Communication & Collaboration
  Fluency in English with strong communication skills effective stakeholder management team management experience required.
  

  Perks & Benefits

• A great experience in the niche market of luxury boutique hotels

• Hybrid mobile working options

• Working in a motivated and international team from over 39 countries at the global Headquarters of Design Hotels

• Great benefits at member hotels brand partners and other employee discounts and special offers including Marriott Explore rates

• Career development opportunities in an international company

  About Design Hotels
  Design Hotels GmbH () is a full-service hospitality consultancy offering customized services to its member hotels. Under the brand Design Hotels the company represents and markets a curated selection of currently more than 300 luxury hotels in over 60 countries. These member hotels are independently owned but united by a commitment to individuality progressive design and cultural authenticity. Design Hotels embodies the most advanced ideas in the hospitality industry and offers discerning travelers new opportunities and inspiration for both a more conscious travel and lifestyle.

  The company has its headquarters in Berlin and branches in Los Angeles New York London and Singapore. Since March 2021 Design Hotels GmbH is part of the Marriott International portfolio.

  Design Hotels is an equal opportunity employer we celebrate diversity and practice inclusivity. Hiring decisions are based on merit qualifications and our business needs only.

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