Description About the Hotels Hamburg Marriott Hotel Located in the vibrant city center, the Hamburg Marriott Hotel is a sanctuary of style and sophistication. With 278 newly renovated rooms and suites, an executive lounge, and a wellness area featuring an indoor pool and sauna, it’s a favorite for both business and leisure travelers. Here, we live by the promise of “Wonderful Hospitality. Always.” Renaissance Hamburg Hotel Housed in the historic Broschek building, the Renaissance Hamburg Hotel invites guests to “Live Life to Discover.” With 205 rooms inspired by local design, and 8 state-of-the-art meeting spaces, it’s where Hanseatic charm meets contemporary creativity—right in the heart of Hamburg’s cultural scene. The Impact You’ll Make As Cluster Director of Sales & Distribution, you’ll be the driving force behind revenue growth, market positioning, and customer engagement. You’ll lead with vision, collaborate across disciplines, and bring bold ideas to life. What You’ll Do Lead and inspire the proactive sales and event booking teams across both hotels. Develop and execute strategic sales plans for Business Travel, MICE, and leisure segments. Build and nurture relationships with key accounts, partners, and stakeholders. Collaborate with Marketing and Revenue leaders to align on commercial goals. Represent the hotels at trade shows, sales missions, and industry events. Analyze market trends and performance data to inform strategy and decision-making. Negotiate corporate and group contracts with confidence and creativity. Champion a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. What We’re Looking For 3–4 years of experience in proactive hotel sales, with a strong track record in business development. Proven leadership skills and a passion for team success. Fluent in German and English; additional languages are a plus. Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Proficiency in MS Office and Opera Sales & Catering. A customer-first mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, and a drive to exceed expectations. Willingness to travel and a positive, energetic approach to every challenge. Must have the right to work in the European Union. Perks & Benefits Health & Wellness : Complimentary supplementary health insurance after 6 months (up to €900 annually after 5 years). Retirement Planning : Company pension scheme with a 20% employer contribution. Global Travel Perks : Exclusive Marriott room and F&B discounts for you, your family, and friends. Development & Recognition : Tailored training programs, career growth opportunities, and recognition awards. Lifestyle Benefits : Subsidized meals, €30 Deutschland ticket contribution, gym discounts, company bike program, and more. Inclusive Culture : A diverse, supportive team where your voice is heard and your contributions matter. 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.