Director of Sales

WizeHire, Inc; George Town; On-site; MYR 245,000 - 266,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality company is seeking a dynamic Director of Sales to lead sales initiatives in Penang, Malaysia. The role involves designing and implementing strategies to drive revenue growth, engaging with local markets, and collaborating with teams to optimize performance. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of hotel sales experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to service excellence. This position offers a competitive salary and growth opportunities within a supportive culture.

Benefits

Paid time off

Health benefits

Career development opportunities

Discounts on hotel stays

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hotel sales experience, preferably at the director level.
• Demonstrated success in exceeding revenue goals.
• Strong commitment to service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Identify and nurture leads through various channels.
• Engage in local market outreach through sales calls and events.
• Monitor trends and analyze competitor activity.
• Collaborate with Revenue Management to optimize pricing strategies.
• Represent the property at client presentations and trade shows.

Skills

Revenue generation

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Market analysis

Time management

Job description

Our mission is to raise the bar on what relationships, reputation, and returns mean in hospitality.

We’re looking for a dynamic and experienced Director of Sales to spearhead our property’s sales and marketing initiatives. This key leadership position is responsible for designing and implementing sales strategies that drive revenue growth, expand market share, and strengthen relationships with key clients, partners, and the local community.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in hotel sales and a genuine commitment to service excellence. You will lead sales efforts across multiple segments, manage RFP processes, analyze performance trends, and collaborate with the operations and revenue teams to optimize occupancy and profitability. This position blends strategic planning with hands‑on execution, providing a unique opportunity to influence both the hotel’s financial success and guest satisfaction.

If you’re a driven, relationship‑focused sales professional who thrives in a collaborative and fast‑paced environment, we invite you to bring your expertise to our team!

Responsibilities

• Identify, generate, and nurture leads through brand channels, management company resources, and third‑party platforms.
• Actively engage in local market outreach through direct sales calls, client visits, networking events, and community partnerships.
• Monitor and analyze market trends, competitor activity, and key account performance to uncover new business opportunities.
• Collaborate with Revenue Management to develop group and LNR rate strategies that maximize Revenue per Available Room (RevPAR).
• Represent the property with professionalism at client presentations, industry trade shows, and community events to strengthen brand presence and foster new relationships.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in achieving and exceeding revenue goals within the hospitality industry.
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Minimum 3 years of on‑property hotel sales experience (Director‑level or senior sales manager experience preferred).
• Strong commitment to delivering exceptional guest service and fostering positive client partnerships.
• Energetic, self‑motivated, and results‑oriented with strong time management and organizational skills.

Compensation

$60,000 - $65,000 yearly

About ARK Hospitality

At ARK Hospitality, our vision is to positively impact, and our mission is to raise the bar on what relationships, reputation, and returns mean in hospitality. We are passionate about owner results with proven systems, talent, and intentional culture to fuel optimal outcomes. Get on board with all things ARK!

What We Offer:

• Paid time off and company holidays
• Benefits - health, dental, vision, 401(k), discounts on hotel stays, and a payday advance via ZayZoon.
• Career development and advancement opportunities within a growing portfolio
• You will be part of a culture where relationships come first, collaboration is the standard, and results matter
• You’ll have the autonomy to lead, the support of an experienced regional leadership team, and the opportunity to grow your career in a rapidly expanding organization
• Every day, you will positively impact your hotels, your teams, our owners, and the communities we serve