Head of Sales and Distribution

Strong Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tour operator in Greater London seeks a Head of Sales & Distribution to manage remote Sales & Account Managers and build key relationships with distribution partners. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional relationship experience, an analytical mindset, and proven management skills. Responsibilities include attending trade shows and coordinating with various stakeholders. The position offers a 20% bonus, 25 days holiday, and benefits including pension and healthcare.

Benefits

20% bonus

25 days holiday plus bank holiday

Pension and healthcare

Qualifications

• Exceptional relationship experience and proven tourism commercial experience are required.
• Ability to manage and coordinate a remote team effectively.
• Strong analytical skills to enhance sales strategy.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of remote Sales & Account Managers.
• Attend major trade shows and maintain relationships with key tourism bodies.
• Collaborate with internal departments and report directly to the MD.

Skills

Exceptional relationship experience

Analytical mind

Proven management experience

Commercially driven mindset

Ability to lead remotely

Job description

Overview

Head of Sales & Distribution our client is a long established tour operator offering client tour experiences throughout Europe in major cities. We seek a Head of Sales & Distribution with exceptional relationship experience, an analytical mind, proven management experience and commercial driven.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of remote Sales & Account Managers and work closely with distribution partners such as leading OTAs and global wholesalers.
• Attend major trade shows such as WTM and ITB and maintain relationships with key tourism bodies such as ETOA and UKInbound.
• Work closely with internal departments such as Customer Service, Marketing & Finance and report directly to the MD.

Qualifications & Experience

• Exceptional relationship experience, analytical mind, proven management experience, and a commercially driven mindset.
• Proven tourism commercial experience as outlined in the advert.
• Ability to lead remotely and coordinate with various stakeholders.

Benefits

• 20% bonus
• 25 days holiday plus bank holiday
• Pension and healthcare

Application

For full details please send your CV in confidence and we will contact successful candidates within 48 hours. Please note, we can only consider candidates with proven tourism commercial experience as outlined in the advert.