The Sales Manager is expected to generate hotel business, manage corporate and group accounts, develop client relationships, conduct sales calls and site inspections, prepare proposals, negotiate contracts, and achieve revenue targets. The role typically requires relevant hotel sales or hospitality experience, strong communication and negotiation skills, professional Japanese ability, and practical English for international guests and partners. Candidates should be commercially minded, well organized, confident presenting to clients, and comfortable coordinating with rooms, events, food and beverage, and revenue teams. Knowledge of Okinawa’s tourism market and willingness to travel locally for client visits would be valuable.
Courtyard by Marriott Okinawa Resort is an upscale hotel operated under Marriott International’s Courtyard brand, serving business and leisure travelers in Okinawa. Courtyard properties generally focus on comfortable accommodation, practical business facilities, dining, events, and friendly, efficient service. The Okinawa resort benefits from the destination’s strong domestic and international tourism market, while also serving corporate groups, meetings, weddings, and local clients. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, with a broad portfolio of hotel brands and a global loyalty program. Employees typically work within internationally recognized service standards and may receive access to training, career development, and hospitality-related benefits, depending on the employment arrangement and local policies.
Japan offers hospitality, tourism, retail, technology, education, healthcare, and manufacturing opportunities, with especially strong demand in Okinawa for hotel, restaurant, transport, and guest-service roles. Okinawan culture combines Japanese traditions with distinctive Ryukyuan history, island cuisine, music, and a relaxed community atmosphere. Lifestyle costs vary: Okinawa can be more affordable than Tokyo, although imported goods and some housing locations may be costly. Public transport is limited outside major areas, so driving is often useful. Foreign nationals generally need an employer-sponsored work visa matching their occupation; a valid job offer, passport, qualifications, and supporting documents are normally required. Relocating involves arranging housing, residence registration, health insurance, banking, and possibly a driver’s license. Japanese ability improves career prospects and daily life, while English is valuable in international resorts.
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