Remote Area Sales Manager

Crofton Consulting Group Inc; Riverbanks (SC); Remote; USD 56,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the hospitality sector is seeking a Remote Area Sales Manager to drive sales and lead generation within key market segments. The ideal candidate will be self-driven with a proven record in sales, able to establish strong client relationships, and proficient in CRM systems. This role requires a dynamic sales professional who can thrive with minimal supervision and is willing to travel for client engagements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years in sales, particularly with limited select or extended stay hotels.
• Experience with Hilton, IHG, or Marriott is a plus.
• Deep understanding of SMERF and MICE segments.

Responsibilities

• Generate and close new business opportunities via outbound sales efforts.
• Maintain and grow relationships with key clients and travel planners.
• Conduct in-market visits to support client relationships.

Skills

Sales and lead generation

Client relationship management

Organizational skills

Time management

Proactivity

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Remote Area Sales Manager
Limited Select Service and Extended Stay Properties

About the Role:
We are seeking a high-performing, self-motivated Remote Area Sales Manager to drive outbound sales and lead generation efforts for the following business segments: Small to medium corporate accounts, government, universities, and airline crews, blue/grey collar business, and lease agreements and long-term stays. This role is ideal for a dynamic sales professional with a proven track record of success who can make an immediate impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate and close new business opportunities through outbound sales efforts including cold calling, prospecting, and lead generation.
• Identify, qualify, and pursue group sales opportunities within market segments.
• Maintain and grow relationships with key clients, travel planners, and event organizers.
• Consistently meet or exceed individual sales goals and contribute to overall team targets.
• Conduct in-market visits to support client relationships and secure business, as needed.
• Manage and document sales activities in CRM to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Work closely with property teams to ensure seamless booking, planning, and execution of events.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 3–5 years of proven sales and lead generation experience with Limited Select or Extended Stay Hotels.
• Ability and willingness to travel for periodic in-market visits.
• Experience working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, or Marriott is a strong plus.
• Demonstrated history of meeting or exceeding sales targets—only candidates with immediate impact capabilities will be considered.
• Deep understanding of SMERF and MICE market segments.
• Highly proactive, self-driven, and metrics-focused with strong organizational and time management skills.
• CRM proficiency (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar) with the ability to track and report on sales activity and pipeline.

Apply Now – Remote Area Sales Manager located here in the Columbia, SC area.

If you would like to be considered for this position, email us your resume.