Sales Executive

Job Description

The Sales Executive supports Shangri-La's hotel sales strategy by developing business accounts, maintaining client relationships, promoting rooms, events and other hotel services, and meeting revenue targets. Candidates typically need a degree or diploma in hospitality, business, marketing or a related field, along with experience in hotel sales, corporate sales or customer-facing roles. Strong communication, negotiation, presentation and networking skills are expected. The role also requires professional grooming, confidence, sales initiative, good knowledge of the local market and the ability to work with different departments. Flexibility for client meetings, hotel events, travel and occasional weekend or evening work is normally required.

Company Info

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong and known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards and distinctive hotels and resorts. The group operates properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international destinations. In the Philippines, Shangri-La has established hotels and resorts serving leisure, business, events and luxury travel markets. Employees typically work in an international environment with structured operating standards, guest-focused service and opportunities to develop careers across hotel departments and locations. The company offers accommodation, dining, meetings, wellness and resort experiences, depending on the property. A Sales Executive may work with corporate accounts, travel agencies, event planners, government clients and local businesses to generate room nights, meetings and other revenue.

Destination Guide

The Philippines offers hotel, resort, restaurant, tourism, retail and business-service opportunities, especially in Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan and other major destinations. Workplaces are generally relationship-oriented, and Filipino culture places strong value on hospitality, family, respect and teamwork. Lifestyle varies from busy urban living in Manila to a slower beach or provincial lifestyle on the islands. English is widely used in business and tourism, while Filipino and regional languages are common in daily life. Foreign nationals usually need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa, with requirements handled through Philippine immigration and labor authorities. Relocating employees should budget for housing, transport, healthcare, utilities and possible rainy-season disruptions. Local salaries may be lower than in many Western markets, but living costs can also be moderate outside central Manila. Research the specific island, transport links, climate, housing availability and employer benefits before accepting a position.