General Manager - Marriott Jeddah Madinah Road
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About the Role
Marriott International seeks a dynamic General Manager to lead the Marriott Jeddah Madinah Road property. The role requires strong leadership, operational expertise, and deep understanding of the Middle Eastern hospitality market.
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Responsibilities
- Provide strategic direction and hands on leadership across all hotel operations
- Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and team engagement
- Act as the primary ambassador of the Marriott brand within the local market
- Drive alignment with Marriott International standards and brand expectations
- Oversee all departments including Rooms, F&B, Engineering, Sales & Marketing, and Finance
- Ensure exceptional guest service delivery and consistently high guest satisfaction scores
- Maintain compliance with local regulations, health & safety requirements
- Develop and execute annual budgets, forecasts, and business plans
- Drive revenue growth, GOP improvement, and cost management initiatives
- Analyze market trends and competitor performance to maximize profitability
- Lead commercial strategy in partnership with Sales & Marketing teams
- Strengthen relationships with key corporate accounts, government entities, and travel partners
Requirements
- Minimum 5+ years’ experience as a General Manager in a branded hotel environment
- Mandatory Middle East experience, with strong understanding of regional market dynamics
- Proven track record in delivering financial results and operational excellence
- Strong leadership and team development capabilities
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Experience with Marriott systems and brand standards is highly preferred
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Position Summary
- We are seeking a dynamic and results driven General Manager to lead the Marriott Jeddah Madinah Road property.
- The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, exceptional operational expertise, and a deep understanding of the Middle Eastern hospitality market.
- The General Manager will be responsible for overall hotel performance, guest satisfaction, financial results, and brand compliance while driving a high performance culture aligned with Marriott’s core values.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership & Strategy: Provide strategic direction and hands on leadership across all hotel operations; foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and team engagement; act as the primary ambassador of the Marriott brand within the local market; drive alignment with Marriott International standa
- Operations Management: Oversee all departments including Rooms, F&B, Engineering, Sales & Marketing, and Finance; ensure exceptional guest service delivery and consistently high guest satisfaction scores; maintain compliance with local regulations, health & safety requirements.
- Financial Performance: Develop and execute annual budgets, forecasts, and business plans; drive revenue growth, GOP improvement, and cost management initiatives; analyze market trends and competitor performance to maximize profitability.
- Sales & Market Positioning: Lead commercial strategy in partnership with Sales & Marketing teams; strengthen relationships with key corporate accounts, government entities, and travel partners; identify new revenue streams and market opportunities.
- People & Culture: Build, mentor, and retain a high performing leadership team; promote talent development, succession planning, and Marriott culture; ensure employee engagement and a positive work environment.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 5+ years’ experience as a General Manager in a branded hotel environment.
- Mandatory Middle East experience, with strong understanding of regional market dynamics.
- Proven track record in delivering financial results and operational excellence.
- Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Experience with Marriott systems and brand standards is highly preferred.
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking and execution.
- Financial acumen and business orientation.
- Guest centric mindset.
- Cultural awareness and adaptability.
- Strong decision making and problem solving skills.
Why Join Marriott?
- Be part of a globally recognized hospitality leader.
- Opportunity to lead a flagship property in a high growth market.
- Competitive compensation and executive benefits.
- Career growth within Marriott International.
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