Sales Manager

Travel Trade Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading inbound group travel company in London seeks an experienced Inbound Travel Sales Manager to lead a sales team and drive growth. The successful candidate will manage sales from enquiry to booking, ensuring high customer satisfaction while implementing successful strategies. Strong knowledge of travel trends and proven leadership experience are essential for this role.

Benefits

Hybrid working after 6 month probation

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a sales leadership role within inbound travel.
• Strong knowledge of international source markets.
• Ability to motivate and develop a sales team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the inbound travel sales team.
• Develop effective sales strategies focused on inbound tourism.
• Monitor market trends to identify new business opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal

Detail-oriented

Organizational

Time Management

Multilingual

Tools

CRM Systems

Sales Performance Tools

Job description

This established and successful inbound group travel company is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to join their dynamic team and take it to the next level.

We're on the lookout for a driven and experienced Inbound Travel Sales Manager to lead a dynamic sales team, drive revenue growth, and ensure exceptional customer satisfaction from enquiry to booking.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the inbound travel sales team to meet and exceed sales targets
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies focused on inbound tourism
• Oversee the enquiry-to-booking process, ensuring a high conversion rate
• Maintain strong relationships with international agents, partners, and direct clients
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify new business opportunities
• Prepare and present regular sales reports and forecasts to senior management
• Collaborate with the operations and product teams to ensure a seamless customer experience

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a sales leadership role within the inbound travel or tourism industry
• Strong knowledge of international source markets and travel booking trends
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to motivate and develop a high-performing sales team
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficient in using CRM systems and sales performance tools
• Multilingual skills are a distinct plus
• A genuine passion for travel and customer service

The Package:
Salary circa £35k depending on relevant experience. Opportunity for hybrid working after 6 month probationary period. Plus other excellent benefits also.

Interested?
If you are keen to be considered for this fantastic role and feel you meet the desired requirements please submit your CV via the Apply button online or send your CV directly to [e-mail].