Regional Hotel Sales Manager

crestline-external; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Crestline Hotels and Resorts is hiring an Area Sales Manager in Virginia Beach to solicit, sell, and contract rooms for assigned markets. You will work to maximize hotel revenues by growing existing accounts and acquiring new group sales opportunities.

The role requires strong sales skills, the ability to manage multiple accounts, and travel as needed to meet clients and attend industry events. A background in hospitality sales and reliable communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1-2 years’ experience in hotel and/or conference center sales; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to utilize a variety of computer programs effectively and efficiently, e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, property management system, sales software, timekeeping system, etc.
• Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written. Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Advanced knowledge of sales skills, revenue management, writing and executing action plans, and hotel operations.
• Able to set priorities, plan, organize, and delegate.

Responsibilities

• Creates and executes strategic sales plans to identify, attract and retain hotel business.
• Solicit new and existing accounts to meet revenue goals through calls, visits, site inspections and written communication.
• Attend trade shows, industry meetings and community events.
• Overnight travel for business activities as needed.
• Prepare sales proposals and entertain clients as appropriate based on accounts.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Computer skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

PMS

Sales software

Timekeeping system

Job description

Crestline Hotels and Resorts is hiring an Area Sales Manager in Virginia Beach to solicit, sell, and contract rooms for assigned markets. You will work to maximize hotel revenues by growing existing accounts and acquiring new group sales opportunities.

The role requires strong sales skills, the ability to manage multiple accounts, and travel as needed to meet clients and attend industry events. A background in hospitality sales and reliable communication are essential.