Manager Travel Trade Marketing & RFP Programs - Design Hotels

**Additional Information**
**Job Number**
**Job Category** Sales & Marketing
**Location** Design Hotels Berlin office, One Marriott Drive, Berlin, Germany, Germany, 10245VIEW ON MAP ( Full Time
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**Position Type**
Management
**In a nutshell**
Weu2019re looking for a strategic and highly organized Travel Trade Marketing & RFP Programs Manager to join our team in Berlin.
This role is ideal for a commercially minded professional with a strong interest in the travel trade, hospitality marketing, and RFP management. Your prime objective is to drive the RFP process towards the set goals and revenue targets, and carry out Travel Trade Marketing activities that position Design Hotelsu2122 as the lifestyle brand of choice for the travel trade.
You will work at the intersection of sales, marketing, and operations, building strong relationships with member hotels and external partners while ensuring the consistent delivery of high-impact trade marketing programs.
**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 Hotelsu2122 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 departmental services
Support with preparing the annual budget for the department
Plan the launch campaign activities
Collaborate with Brand Creative team to optimize workflow
Collaboration with BI in regard 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 rolesu2014ideally within hospitality, travel, lifestyle, or creative industries
Highly organized, able to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and maintain strong attention to detail
Takes ownership of tasks, solution-oriented, accountable
Uses data and insights to inform decisions, track performance, and support marketing campaigns and partner engagement
Proactive and comfortable collaborating across multiple teams
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 Hotelsu2122
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 Hotelsu2122**
Design Hotels GmbH ( is a full-service hospitality consultancy, offering customized services to its member hotels. Under the brand Design Hotelsu2122 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 Hotelsu2122 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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_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._
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