Account Executive, Travel Advisor - TN

Viking; Tennessee; Remote; USD 80,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a remote Account Executive, Travel Advisor, where your passion for travel can shine. You will help guests create unforgettable memories by assisting them in booking extraordinary cruises from the comfort of your home. With a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to earn significant commissions, this role promises a fulfilling career path. Enjoy a flexible work schedule and the chance to build lasting relationships with high-net-worth clients. If you are motivated, disciplined, and eager to succeed, this exciting opportunity awaits you!

Benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Full medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid training with guaranteed commission

15 paid vacation days

Discounted cruises

Gym membership discounts

Annual discretionary bonus

Paid holidays

Travel discounts through IATA membership

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in remote sales with a proven track record.
• Ability to maintain individual sales goals and close sales efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Assist guests in purchasing cruises and provide personalized travel recommendations.
• Handle inbound sales calls and build lasting relationships with clients.

Skills

Remote Telephone Sales

Sales Closing

Customer Relationship Management

Time Management

Computer Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Word

MS Teams

MS Outlook

Job description

Are you passionate about travel and eager to help others create unforgettable memories? Join our team as a remote Account Executive, Travel Advisor at Viking Cruises! As an essential part of our company, you’ll assist our guests in purchasing once-in-a-lifetime cruises from the comfort of your own home.

Our remote Account Executive, Travel Advisor have the earning potential of $80,000 – $190,000 annually (base + commission). Consistently rated at the top of river, ocean and expedition cruising, award winning Viking Cruises offers high earning potential unlike any you will find and loyal guests you will be long lasting relationships with.

Join us in making dreams come true for our guests as they explore the seven continents aboard our luxurious ocean and river vessels. Apply now and embark on an exciting career with Viking Cruises!

In this role you will :

• Demonstrate passion for curating extraordinary travel experiences for high-net-worth guests
• Handle inbound sales calls from consumers, identify their needs, and make travel recommendations(no cold calling, ever)
• Make follow-up outbound calls, overcome objections, and close the sale
• Provide personalized recommendations based on guests’ preferences and interests
• Build lasting relationships to drive consumer loyalty
• Explain cruise itineraries, onboard amenities, and pricing details
• Maintain accurate records of interactions and follow up with leads
• Enjoy working from home in a fully virtual environment
• Continuously exercise high ethical standards
• Remain coachable, open to feedback, highly motivated and driven to succeed with an entrepreneurial spirit

To be successful you will need :

• 2+ years’ experience in remote telephone sales with a verifiable track record of success
• Ability to maintain individual sales goals
• Discipline to work in a structured environment with schedule adherence standards
• Previous sales experience with ability to close on the first call
• Flexibility in your schedule, to include evenings, weekends, and holidays Availability must be flexible 5am PST – 7 pm PST and weekend availability We offer one weekday and one weekend day off each week
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and equipment (MS Word, Teams, Outlook)
• Must be able to provide : A distraction-free workspace / environment (at home) Space for a desktop computer with 2-3 monitors Stable power source and internet connection : Dedicated high-speed internet (minimum) of 25 Mbps Upload and Download Speeds and ethernet connection (connection cannot be Wireless, Wi-Fi extenders, Wi-Fi repeaters, MiFi's, or Hotspots)

What We Offer You :

• Highly competitive compensation plan breakdown
• Average earning potential of $90,000 annually (hourly base + commission). Hourly pay is determined by a myriad of factors including, but not limited to, years of experience, depth of experience, and other relevant business considerations.
• Historic annual average commission of $53,000 (based on overall department performance and the terms of the applicable commission plan)
• Employees are eligible for annual discretionary bonus.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance at a highly subsidized rate (some plans are fully paid by Viking).
• Paid training (hourly pay + guaranteed commission for first 3 months)
• Accrue 15 paid vacation days, sick time accrual by state, and 6 paid holidays per year.
• Opportunity to take a free and / or discounted cruise.
• Highly subsidized gym membership.
• Discounts on theatres, theme parks, movie tickets, travel discounts through IATA membership and too many more discounts to name.

About Viking

Viking was founded in 1997 and provides destination-focused voyages on oceans, rivers and lakes around the world. Designed for experienced travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers experiences for The Thinking Person.

Viking has more than 250 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers, #1 for Oceans and #1 for Expeditions by Condé Nast Traveler and voted at the top of its categories by Travel + Leisure. No other cruise line has ever received these same honors by both publications at the same time.