Sales Executive

Travelodge Hotels Asia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 55,800 - 89,280; Full time

Job summary

Travelodge Hotels Asia in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a dynamic Sales Executive to drive hotel revenue. You will prospect new clients, maintain relationships with existing accounts, and showcase our hotel’s spaces and services.

The role requires networking, closing deals, and delivering exceptional hospitality experiences. You will use PMS/CRM tools and collaborate with events teams to ensure seamless group bookings.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of sales experience in hospitality, tourism, or events.
• Strong verbal and written communication; persuasive pitches and negotiation.
• Proven ability to build long-term client relationships and networks.
• Familiarity with PMS/CRM software and Microsoft Office preferred.
• Degree in Hospitality, Business Admin, Marketing, or related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Source and qualify new business opportunities via cold calling, networking, inspections, and research.
• Nurture relationships with existing clients and travel agencies for repeat business.
• Meet or exceed room-night and revenue targets set by management.
• Draft tailored proposals, negotiate terms, and finalize bookings.
• Coordinate with teams for seamless group arrivals and events.
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends to identify new sales angles.
• Maintain current client profiles, activities, and sales pipeline in CRM.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Networking

Education

Hospitality/Business/Marketing degree

Tools

PMS

CRM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a dynamic, results-driven Sales Executive to join our team. In this role, you will be the face of our property, responsible for driving hotel revenue. You will actively prospect new clients, maintain strong relationships with existing accounts, and showcase our hotel’s unique spaces and services. If you love networking, closing deals, and delivering exceptional hospitality experiences, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively seek out and qualify new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, site inspections, and market research
• Maintain and grow relationships with existing clients and travel agencies to ensure repeat business
• Meet or exceed room-night and revenue goals set by management
• Draft tailored proposals, negotiate contract terms within established guidelines, and finalize bookings
• Work closely with the teams to ensure seamless execution of group arrivals and events
• Stay updated on competitor activities, market trends, and local events to identify new sales angles
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client profiles, sales activities, and pipeline tracking in the hotel's CRM

Qualifications & Skills

• 1–3 years of sales experience, preferably within the hospitality, tourism, or event industry
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; ability to deliver persuasive pitches and negotiate confidently
• A natural networker who genuinely enjoys building long-term relationships with clients and colleagues
• Familiarity with hotel property management systems (PMS) and CRMs is highly preferred, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office
• A degree or diploma in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field is a plus, but proven sales track record is valued most.