Company Description Crowne Plaza Kochi is a contemporary upscale hotel located on the NH 47 Bypass, offering convenient access to the airport, central business district, Fort Kochi, and nearby beaches and backwaters. The hotel features 269 spacious guest rooms and suites, many with panoramic views of the backwaters and the city. Guests enjoy a range of authentic culinary outlets, an extensive spa, and leisure facilities designed for both business and leisure stays.

With high-tech meeting and event spaces for up to 900 attendees in a tranquil waterfront setting, Crowne Plaza Kochi is a preferred international brand for business travel, leisure stays, and large-scale events.

Role Description The Sales Executive – Crowne Plaza Kochi is a full-time, on-site role based in Kochi, responsible for driving revenue through proactive sales activities. This role involves identifying and developing new business opportunities, managing existing corporate and travel accounts, and building long-term relationships with clients and partners.

The Sales

Executive will prepare and deliver sales proposals and presentations, negotiate rates and contracts, and coordinate closely with the reservations, events, and operations teams to ensure seamless guest experiences. Daily responsibilities also include maintaining accurate sales records, contributing to sales forecasts,



participating in sales meetings, and representing the hotel at local networking events, trade shows, and client visits. The role requires regular market research to monitor competition and trends, and collaboration with marketing to support promotional campaigns and packages.

Qualifications

- Experience in hotel or hospitality sales, with strong skills in client relationship management and account development.
- Ability to identify new business opportunities, conduct market research, and support pricing and negotiation strategies.
- Robust communication and interpersonal skills, including confident presentation abilities and professional email and phone etiquette.
- Organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple accounts, follow up promptly, and meet sales targets.
- Comfort with using CRM systems, MS Office applications, and basic reporting tools to manage pipelines and track performance.
- Prior experience in corporate, MICE, or travel trade sales is an advantage, especially within an international hotel brand.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business, Hospitality Management, Marketing, or a related field preferred.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional hotel teams and maintain a customer-focused, results-driven approach.

📌 Sales Executive - Crowne Plaza Kochi
🏢 Crowne Plaza Kochi
📍 Kochi