Marketing Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a Marketing Manager for a premier luxury hotel in Doha, Qatar. This role is vital to shaping and executing communication strategies that enhance the hotel’s brand image through diverse channels including traditional media, digital platforms, and social media. The Marketing Manager will be responsible for constructing direct marketing initiatives and targeted campaigns to boost customer engagement, increase market share, and strengthen broader brand recognition. A particular focus will be placed on promoting Food and Beverage offerings to both hotel guests and local patrons. Aligned with regional eCommerce and marketing teams, this position ensures cohesive marketing integration and contributes to both traditional and digital marketing activities, including public relations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual marketing plans in collaboration with the General Manager, Food and Beverage leaders, Operations, and cluster marketing teams, adhering to budget guidelines.
• Collaborate with operational departments to launch promotions and campaigns aimed at increasing hotel revenue.
• Coordinate with advertising agencies to manage creative and media plans, especially for Food & Beverage promotions.
• Oversee F&B media scheduling and ensure timely account settlements.
• Work closely with Revenue Management to validate offer placements and targeted advertising accuracy.
• Execute email marketing and display advertisement campaigns.
• Maintain open communication with Cluster eCommerce managers to monitor online programs' performance and alignment.
• Ensure all digital advertising complies with brand voice standards.
• Manage social media presence by engaging audiences and updating content across digital channels.
• Launch promotional campaigns for F&B, weddings, spa, rooms, and conferences leveraging appropriate digital and social media platforms.
• Proactively handle online reputation by monitoring and responding to guest feedback on social media.
• Design quarterly PR plans with agencies, manage local media contacts, especially food critics and bloggers, and write press releases for hotel events and promotions.
• Oversee hotel-sponsored events, community relations, and press activities to enhance media coverage.
• Regularly review media coverage reports and manage relationships with external vendors and media agencies.
• Coordinate photography and visual asset creation for advertising and PR purposes, ensuring alignment with brand standards.
• Manage production and inventory of hotel and F&B marketing collateral, verifying brand compliance.
• Support newsletter publication, joint F&B promotions, and website content updates.
• Provide marketing expertise and training to hotel leadership and coordinate reporting on marketing and eCommerce performance.
• Stay informed about competitor marketing activities and industry trends to innovate marketing strategies.

Candidate Profile

• Either a 2-year degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Business Administration, or related field with a minimum of 4 years relevant experience, preferably in hospitality marketing or digital advertising, or a 4-year bachelor's degree in the same sectors with at least 2 years of professional experience.
• Experience in luxury hospitality marketing is essential.
• Prior experience with Marriott International is desirable but not mandatory.

Additional Information

Position is a full-time management role based in West Bay, Doha, Qatar. Remote work is not permitted.

Marriott International is committed to equal employment opportunities and values diverse backgrounds, fostering an inclusive environment that respects all individuals irrespective of protected characteristics.

Joining this role means becoming part of a luxury brand portfolio dedicated to providing flawless, bespoke guest services and luxury hospitality experiences worldwide.