Sales Manager

Kasa • Los Angeles, CA

5d • $80,000 - $82,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Kasa is the leading tech-enabled hotel and apartment hotel brand and manager. We partner with owners of multifamily and boutique hospitality properties to deliver stylish, professionally managed accommodations to business and leisure travelers alike. We took the best that hotels and short-term rentals had to offer and created a new class of hospitality that is well-priced, reliable, and offers a large selection of great locations.
Unlike traditional hotel operators, we prioritize automation, AI-driven pricing, and data-driven decision-making to optimize revenue and improve guest experiences. Behind the scenes, we build technology that combines with our innovative operations to grow a globally scalable offering that delivers high-quality stays to guests. Our guests enjoy seamless check-ins, caring service, and attractive amenities — and if anything comes up, our on-site and remote guest experience team is available throughout their stay, ensuring our hospitality is rarely seen but always felt.
This is a full-time, on-site role based at our property downtown Los Angeles, with no remote or hybrid option.
The Sales Manager is a role that will be laser-focused on gaining corporate and group business who will use Kasa as their preferred accommodations for our properties throughout (Single Market/Property).
The Sales Manager will work closely with our Operations, Sales, Marketing and Revenue management team. This individual will also interact directly with our property partners.
This position is based in (Single Market/Property). You will be responsible for the development & execution of a sales strategy for Kasa's properties within the (Single Market/Property) market, targeting all market segments, including business transient, groups, social, and others with a focus on week-day production and driving revenue during shoulder and off-season. An exciting part of this is being instrumental in changing the way corporate and group travelers view the flexible accommodations space.
Your background should demonstrate a commitment to excellence in building strong relationships with corporate accounts, developing, executing, and meeting sales objectives.

Requirements

• 2+ years of sales experience in the hospitality space, with a focus on corporate and extended stay segments
• Broad and comprehensive knowledge of group and business travel segment, including extended-stay business
• Proven ability to negotiate and close deals with accounts of all sizes and from all industries
• You are a data-driven and influential leader with vision and can easily communicate with cross-functional stakeholders
• You have a strong EQ and are able to generate deep empathy with guests, clients and operating team members that enables you to truly listen and implement product feedback
• Travel is part of your DNA and you have a passion for the hospitality industry and providing an amazing guest experience

Nice To Haves

• Previously worked in hotel sales in (Single Market/Property)
• Working knowledge and understanding of hotel revenue management

Responsibilities

• Develop Account & Industry focused Action Plans
• Implement a sales management process to identify and prioritize key customers and prospects
• Develop and sustain long-term relationships with customers
• Have a keen insight into regional conferences, meetings, and events to secure room share for Kasa properties
• Partner with our Revenue Management team to ensure our group rates are competitive
• Produce detailed group resumes and liaise with our operations teams to ensure that group needs are met while onsite
• Participate in company-wide meetings where we discuss the business, interact with leaders from other departments, and share our ideas to help grow Kasa.

Benefits

• Kasa Travel Credit: We love to travel! Kasa employees get an allowance of free stays with us in any of our locations, plus a discount on any night for friends and family.
• The Pay: The starting base pay range for this role is between $80,000 and $82,000 and is set based on multiple considerations, including business needs, market demands, talent availability, experience, and unique skills and attributes. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified. This role may also be eligible for equity, bonus, perks, benefits, and Kasa Travel Credits.
• Generous Stock Option Plan: At Kasa, our compensation philosophy is to offer a total compensation package that over-indexes on equity to encourage our team to think like owners (by being owners) and benefit from the value growth that our collective hard work creates.
• Flexible PTO: Full-time exempt Kasa employees are encouraged to take time off as they need and see fit, ensuring that it’s not disruptive to their work.
• 401(k) Plan: As you invest in yourself and your future, Kasa invests in you too.
• Health Coverage: We’ve invested in comprehensive health insurance options to help when you need it most.
• Other Perks: Qualifying full-time roles are eligible for a wi-fi stipend, cell-phone reimbursement, home office stipend, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed