The Sales Manager is expected to drive hotel revenue by developing corporate, leisure, group and event accounts, maintaining strong client relationships, conducting sales calls and presentations, preparing proposals, and meeting individual and team targets. Candidates should have relevant hotel sales or business development experience, strong communication and negotiation skills, commercial awareness, and confidence working with local and international clients. Knowledge of the Malaysian hospitality market, customer relationship management systems, and proficiency in English are likely to be valuable. The role requires regular travel, networking, accurate reporting, teamwork with hotel departments, and a proactive, target-driven approach.
Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu is an upscale Marriott International hotel located near the waterfront in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. The property serves business travellers, leisure guests, groups, meetings and events, with accommodation, dining and hospitality services suited to both domestic and international visitors. As part of Marriott Bonvoy, the hotel benefits from the systems, standards, training and global customer network of one of the world's largest hotel companies. The sales function supports room revenue, meetings, events and wider commercial partnerships across corporate, government, wholesale and leisure markets. A KL-based Sales Manager may work from Kuala Lumpur while representing and promoting the Kota Kinabalu property to important accounts and travel partners. The role combines local market knowledge with Marriott's international service and commercial practices.
Malaysia offers varied hospitality, tourism, sales and service opportunities, especially in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi, Kota Kinabalu and other resort destinations. Sabah, on Borneo, is known for islands, beaches, diving, rainforest, Mount Kinabalu and a relaxed multicultural lifestyle. Malaysia combines Malay, Chinese, Indian and indigenous cultures, with diverse food, festivals and generally affordable living outside central Kuala Lumpur. English is widely used in hotels and business, while Malay is the national language. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored Employment Pass arranged before starting work; eligibility depends on salary, qualifications and current immigration rules. Relocation packages vary, so candidates should confirm accommodation, insurance, flights, tax and visa support. Kota Kinabalu offers a slower coastal lifestyle, while Kuala Lumpur provides stronger transport, networking and career opportunities.
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