Manager - Travel Agent Sales

This role is responsible for generating new business opportunities through the travel trade channel by networking with the travel agencies and other travel based organisation's. This role requires a strategic approach to business development, leveraging an extensive network within the travel industry, and the ability to drive growth in a dynamic, startup-like environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Business Development: Develop and execute strategies to expand our client base, focusing on Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), travel agencies, and other travel-based organizations. Utilize your extensive industry experience to identify and capitalize on new business opportunities.
• Networking and Relationship Building: Leverage your established network to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the travel industry. Represent THV at industry events, trade fairs, and conferences to enhance brand visibility and forge new partnerships.
• Product Development Collaboration: Collaborate with product development teams to design tailored offerings for popular tourist destinations, ensuring alignment with market demands and client needs.
• Client Engagement and Retention: Oversee client engagement strategies, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and retention. Implement processes for prompt issue resolution and continuous client communication.

What are we looking for

• Extensive Industry Experience

  : Over 8 years of experience in travel sales, with a proven track record of driving business growth and achieving sales targets.

• Strategic Thinking

  : Strong strategic planning skills, with the ability to develop and implement effective business development strategies.

• Networking Abilities

  : Established network within the travel industry and the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.

• Adaptability

  : Comfortable working in a fast-paced, startup-like environment with evolving business requirements.

• Communication Skills

  : Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with proficiency in the regional language.