17 ago
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Somewhere
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Bogotá
Sales & Reservations Associate
Employment Type: Full time, independent contractor
Work Model: Remote
Work Hours: US work hours
Role Summary
We are seeking an energetic, detail-oriented, and hospitality-driven Sales & Reservations Associate to join our remote Guest Experience team. Working under the Sales & Reservations Manager, you will play a critical role in driving reservation conversions, managing sales inquiries, supporting reservation workflows, and ensuring a seamless guest booking experience from first inquiry through confirmed stay.
This role combines elements of a luxury hotel reservationist, inside sales coordinator, and guest experience specialist. The idóneo candidate is a self-starter who takes complete ownership of pipeline management, follows processes consistently, and is equally motivated by operational excellence and conversion performance.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Response & Conversion Execution
- Respond to inbound reservation inquiries via email, phone, text, and OTA messaging channels while meeting strict company Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
- Guide prospective guests through the booking process using consultative sales techniques and deep property knowledge.
- Assist guests in selecting optimal property options based on group size, trip purpose, budget, and experience preferences.
Sales Pipeline Oversight & CRM Management
- Maintain active oversight of assigned reservation pipelines and inquiry queues, ensuring all leads are properly categorized and advanced through the booking lifecycle.
- Escalate high-value, VIP, or complex booking opportunities to management when appropriate.
- Maintain accurate guest and reservation records within CRM and Property Management Software (PMS) platforms, ensuring all communication histories are thoroughly documented.
Reservations Workflow & Booking QA
- Review reservation details for accuracy prior to confirmation, including rates, fees, guest counts, policies, and stay requirements.
- Assist with reservation folio audits and booking quality assurance checks.
- Coordinate internally with local field operations and guest services teams to ensure smooth pre-arrival preparations.
Cross-Team Coverage & Handoff Reporting
- Support the broader Guest Experience team during high-volume periods or operational escalations, helping booked guests with pre-arrival questions, stay support, and post-stay follow-up.
- Maintain organized shift notes and handoff documentation to ensure seamless continuity of unresolved guest issues, pending leads, and VIP reservations across shifts.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years (preferably 5+) of experience in hospitality, vacation rentals, reservations, customer service, or inside sales. Experience in luxury hospitality or short-term rentals is highly preferred.
- Communication: Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills with a polished, professional demeanor.
- Geographic Track Record: Experience working successfully with US, Canadian, Australian, or UK-based employers is strongly preferred.
- Software Toolkit: Experience with Streamline Property Management Software is strongly preferred. Familiarity with Airbnb/VRBO workflows, CRM systems, Front, Monday.com, Slack, and Google Workspace is highly preferred.
- Operational Drive: Strong multitasking, organization, and follow-through skills. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment governed by performance expectations and accountability metrics.
Success Metrics (KPIs)
- Sales pipeline management efficiency and lead response speed.
- Lead conversion effectiveness and revenue contribution.
- CRM data accuracy and timely task completion.
- Reservation quality assurance and booking accuracy metrics.
- Strict adherence to company communication SLAs.
Why Join Us?
After an initial onboarding period, remainder training will be hands-on and On-the-Job (OJT). We are a fast-paced, growing company, and for high-performing individuals who take proactive ownership of their pipeline, there is significant opportunity for long-term growth and career advancement within our organization.
📌 Sales & Reservations Associate - 19520 (Bogotá)
🏢 Somewhere
📍 Bogotá