South Africa: Sales Manager (Leisure) posted by Craven Cottage CC

Duties:
 
Develop and manage client relationships with travel agents and DMC’s specialising in East Africa Luxury Travel
Create and implement sales strategies to increase group bookings for Serengeti & Zanzibar properties
Conduct regular sales calls and presentations to promote unique selling propositions.
Maintaining accurate records of sales activities, client information, and pipeline management in a CRM system.  
Working with reservations, operations and marketing teams to ensure smooth execution of client requirements. 
 
Requirements:
 
High school Diploma
Degree or Diploma in Marketing, Sales or Hospitality
At least 3-5 years’ experience in a similar position within the luxury lodge / hotel industry with a focus on FIT & Groups bookings
In depth knowledge of Tanzania’s tourism landscape, focussed on Serengeti & Zanzibar regions
Established network within the travel agent & DMC community