Sales Manager
Company: Marriott Hotels Resorts
Location: Commerce City
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Additional Information: This hotel is owned and
operated by an independent franchisee, Lotus Hotels. The franchisee
is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott
International, Inc. and its subsidiary companies (collectively,
“Marriott”). The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the
hotel’s employment policies and practices, including hiring,
termination, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all
other terms and conditions of employment. If you apply for this
position, Marriott will have no involvement in the selection
process. Your application information will not be provided to or
accessible by Marriott. If you accept a position at this hotel, you
will be employed by a franchisee, not Marriott. We are seeking a
sophisticated, driven, and entrepreneurial Opening Sales Manager to
lead the sales strategy and revenue generation efforts for a new AC
Hotels by Marriott property. This role is instrumental in building
awareness, securing key accounts, and driving pre-opening revenue
in alignment with AC’s European-inspired, design-forward brand
positioning. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced
pre-opening environment, understands the nuances of the Marriott
sales platform, and has a strong network within the local corporate
and group market. Pre-Opening Sales Strategy · Develop and execute
a comprehensive pre-opening sales and marketing plan · Identify and
secure foundational corporate, negotiated, and group accounts prior
to opening · Conduct competitive analysis and market segmentation
strategy · Collaborate with Revenue Management to establish rate
strategy and positioning Business Development & Account Management
· Proactively prospect and close new business across corporate,
group, SMERF, and local segments · Build strong relationships with
local businesses, chambers, CVB, and community influencers ·
Utilize Marriott sales systems (CI/TY, GXP, MARSHA, etc.)
effectively · Maintain an active and organized sales pipeline Brand
Alignment & Positioning · Position the hotel in alignment with AC’s
core pillars: modern design, elevated beverage & tapas, and
experiential guest service · Partner with marketing to develop
digital presence, social strategy, and promotional materials ·
Assist in coordinating grand opening events and VIP preview stays ·
Represent the hotel at networking and industry events Revenue &
Reporting · Achieve pre-opening booking pace and ramp-up targets ·
Prepare weekly sales activity reports and production tracking ·
Contribute to annual budgeting and forecasting · Monitor STR
reports and competitive set performance Qualifications · 3 years
hotel sales experience (Marriott experience strongly preferred) ·
New hotel opening experience highly desirable · Proven success in
corporate negotiated and group sales · Strong understanding of
Marriott sales platforms and brand standards · Excellent
negotiation, presentation, and networking skills · Self-starter
with the ability to build market share from the ground up Core
Competencies · Entrepreneurial mindset · Strong relationship
builder · Polished and professional presence · Strategic thinker
with strong closing skills · Highly organized and results-driven
Compensation & Benefits · Competitive base salary ·
Performance-based incentive plan · Pre-opening bonus opportunity ·
Marriott travel discounts · Comprehensive benefits package Exempt -
Annual Salary. $65K-$70K The salary range for this position is
$65,000 to $70,000 annually. The application deadline for this
position is 45 days after the date of this posting, February 19,
2026. This company is an equal opportunity employer. frnch1
Keywords: Marriott Hotels Resorts, Boulder , Sales Manager, Sales , Commerce City, Colorado
