Business Development Manager

Travel Trade Recruitment; Manchester; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

A stunning collection of Luxury Resorts is seeking a Business Development Manager that truly reflects and aligns with their brand to represent them in the Travel Industry, to continue their success and increase their market share. Do you have the ability to light up the room with your personality, being charismatic, professional and presentable? If all of these traits sound like you and if you have experience within a similar account management / business development role for a luxury travel company or hotel chain, this is a truly exciting opportunity to work with exquisite luxury hotels. The primary focus of this role is to amplify sales and revenue, enrich the trade database, and elevate brand visibility within the North UK market. The perfect candidate will bring a blend of passion, proactivity, and confidence, thriving in a rapid-paced setting. You will be rewarded with an excellent basic salary, company benefits and perks! This role will be based in the North, Midlands or Scotland.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and execute a strategic sales agenda to increase the company's market share.
2. Create and manage individual business development strategies that will deliver results for identified Key Accounts.
3. Identify potential new Travel Agents, Concierge Desks and Luxury Specialists.
4. Represent and promote the company at trade shows, dinners, and sales calls.
5. Collaborate with the UK Sales team and other cross-functional teams, to ensure execution of business plans.
6. Analyze market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities for growth and expansion.
7. Study the sales pipeline and ensure timely follow-up with existing and new partners.
8. Provide monthly reports on sales performance, BDM activities and intelligence gained from market and competitors.
9. Attend & represent travel trade, consumer, and media events / shows (some weekend work might be required).
10. Assist & provide support with: Planning dinners / events / trade shows, FAM Trips (organizing & hosting) & Incentives.

You will have:

1. 3 + years of experience in sales or business development within the hospitality industry, ideally the luxury sector in UK.
2. University/College degree in Tourism or Hospitality Management or equivalent vocational education.
3. Driving license preferred.
4. Highest level of competency in the use of Microsoft office programs is required.
5. This is a remote position, and candidates can be based in the North, Midlands or Scotland.

Interested?

To apply for this exciting travel position, please send your CV to [e-mail], call Hollie on 0161 9236120 or 'Apply Now' and follow instructions.