Property Sales Manager, Onboarding - Hybrid AZ

Best Western Hotels & Resorts • Milwaukee, WI

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

At BWH® Hotels, we don't just offer employment opportunities, we create opportunities to be part of something extraordinary. As a global leader in hospitality for nearly 80 years, our vision is to inspire travel through unique experiences. Joining our corporate team means becoming part of a dynamic and inclusive community that values innovation, collaboration, and making a meaningful impact in the travel industry. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, BWH Hotels boasts a powerful portfolio of 18 brands, including WorldHotels™, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts, and SureStay Hotels®, with approximately 4,300 hotels in over 100 countries. We take pride in our top-ranking employee engagement scores and foster a workplace culture where your contributions truly matter. Join us and be part of a team that's shaping the future of hospitality!

BWH Hotels corporate offices are hiring a Launch Property Sales Manager, responsible for overseeing the remote sales ramp-up and activation efforts for a portfolio of newly onboarding properties. The primary goal of this role is to ensure a successful and timely sales ramp-up for each new activation property by providing direct sales engagement, strategic consulting, and coordinated pre- and post-activation support. This position partners closely with Brand Marketing, Marketing, and Revenue Management teams to prepare each property to join the brand effectively. The Launch Property Sales Manager will guide new properties through sales readiness, implement activation best practices, and ensure alignment with brand standards and revenue optimization strategies.

Requirements

• Strong skills in presentation, communication, and sales strategy development.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Highly self-motivated, organized, proactive, and able to work independently in a remote environment.
• Proven ability to drive revenue and create structure in emerging sales environments.
• Strong relationship-building skills and deep understanding of competitive landscapes and industry trends.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in hotel sales experience; multi-property or regional sales experience preferred.
• Experience in property openings, conversions, or brand onboarding is highly beneficial.
• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, business, sales, marketing or related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute the remote sales activation and ramp-up process for newly activating properties.
• Conduct pre-activation and post-activation consulting, ensuring each property is fully prepared for brand integration.
• Lead direct sales efforts during the ramp-up period, including prospecting, qualifying, and securing new business opportunities across all applicable market segments.
• Partner with Brand Marketing, Marketing, and Revenue Management to ensure cross-functional alignment and maximize property launch performance.
• Create and implement property-specific sales activation plans, including competitive set analysis and SWOT assessments.
• Utilize revenue management tools and insights to ensure the property is positioned to optimize revenue opportunities at launch.
• Provide ongoing updates, reporting, and performance summaries in a timely and accurate manner.
• Leverage AI tools, industry data, and insights to monitor performance, identify trends, and optimize sales revenue strategies.
• Cultivate strong relationships with property leadership, supporting teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure long-term success for each new activation.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision available day one
• Vacation/Sick- accruals start day one
• Paid company holidays and personal holidays to celebrate what’s important to you
• 401K - company contribution and match (U.S.)
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) – company contribution and match (Canada)
• Employee discounts/hotel discounts
• Free financial and health wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager