Sales Manager

Benchmark Travel Representations; New Delhi, Bengaluru, Mumbai; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Travel Representations in Delhi seeks a passionate Sales Manager to lead growth for a portfolio of international travel brands. You will develop relationships with travel agents, tour operators, and industry partners across India, representing destinations, hotels, airlines, cruises and tourism boards.

The role requires 2+ years of sales experience in travel/hospitality, an MBA or related specialization, and proven ability to hit targets.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree (MBA preferred in Sales & Marketing).
• 2+ years of sales experience in Travel/Hospitality industries.
• Proven track record of meeting/exceeding targets.
• Excellent presentation, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Fluent in English; Hindi/Gujarati knowledge a plus.
• Ability to manage full sales cycle from prospecting to closing.
• Leadership and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow sales for an exciting portfolio of international travel brands.
• Build strong relationships with Travel Agents, Tour Operators and key industry partners.
• Represent world-class destinations, Hotels, Airlines, Cruises and Tourism Boards across India.
• Identify new business opportunities and convert them into long-term partnerships.
• Plan and execute sales visits, presentations, networking events and training sessions.
• Work closely with international partners to implement strategic sales and marketing initiatives.
• Consistently achieve and exceed sales targets while delivering exceptional customer experiences.
• Stay informed on global travel trends and market developments to identify new opportunities.

Skills

Sales & negotiation

Relationship building

Presentations

Strategic planning

Education

MBA or Sales & Marketing specialization

Job description

Do you have a passion for travel and a talent for building meaningful business relationships? Are you driven by targets, inspired by new destinations, and excited by the opportunity to represent some of the world's finest travel brands?

If so, we'd love to hear from you.

At Benchmark Travel Representations, we help leading international travel companies successfully grow their presence in India. From luxury Destination Management Companies and boutique Hotels to Tourism Boards, Cruise Lines and global travel brands, we create powerful sales and marketing strategies that connect our partners with India's thriving travel trade.

Our expertise lies in Luxury Travel and B2B distribution, delivering innovative sales solutions that generate awareness, build long-term partnerships and drive measurable business growth.

As we continue to expand, we're looking for a passionate, ambitious and results-oriented Sales Manager to join our growing team.

What You'll Do

• Develop and grow sales for an exciting portfolio of international travel brands.
• Build strong relationships with Travel Agents, Tour Operators and key industry partners.
• Represent world-class destinations, Hotels, Airlines, Cruises and Tourism Boards across India.
• Identify new business opportunities and convert them into long-term partnerships.
• Plan and execute sales visits, presentations, networking events and training sessions.
• Work closely with international partners to implement strategic sales and marketing initiatives.
• Consistently achieve and exceed sales targets while delivering exceptional customer experiences.
• Stay informed on global travel trends and market developments to identify new opportunities.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who combines commercial drive with a genuine passion for the travel industry.

You should have:

• A graduate degree (MBA or specialization in Sales & Marketing preferred).
• Minimum 2 years of successful sales experience, preferably within the Travel, Tourism, Hotels, Airlines, Cruises or Hospitality industry.
• A proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent presentation, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence to engage with decision-makers across all levels.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to manage the complete sales cycle from prospecting to closing.
• Leadership qualities with the ability to mentor and inspire others.
• Excellent written and spoken English. Knowledge of Hindi and Gujarati would be an added advantage.
• Good knowledge of world geography and international travel destinations.
• A commitment to continuous learning and professional development.