Destinations Relations Executive

Sweet Carolina Travels; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic team environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Sweet Carolina Travels is searching for a Destinations Relations Executive in Columbia, South Carolina. This person will be pivotal in building partnerships with hotels, resorts, and tourism boards, ensuring a seamless travel experience for clients.

The ideal candidate will have a background in travel or tourism, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple partnerships. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence in travel services.

Opportunity for professional development and growth within the travel sector is also offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in travel, hospitality, or tourism sales and partnerships.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple partnerships.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with hotels, resorts, and tourism boards.
• Negotiate agreements to enhance product offerings.
• Represent the company at industry events and networking opportunities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of global destinations

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Columbia, South Carolina, United States Sweet Carolina Travels

About the job Destinations Relations Executive

About the Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated and relationship-driven Destinations Relations Executive to join our travel team. This role is perfect for someone passionate about creating meaningful partnerships with hotels, resorts, tour operators, and local tourism boards. You will be the bridge between our clients’ travel experiences and the destinations we promote, ensuring seamless collaboration and premium service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with hotels, resorts, attractions, and tourism boards.
• Negotiate agreements and partnership opportunities to enhance product offerings.
• Monitor destination trends, new experiences, and market developments.
• Collaborate with the marketing and sales teams to design destination-specific campaigns and promotions.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date destination information is available for clients and internal teams.
• Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve client experiences and business growth.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in travel, hospitality, or tourism sales and partnerships.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build long-term relationships.
• Negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of global destinations, hospitality standards, and tourism trends.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple partnerships simultaneously.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office suite.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to work with global destinations and industry leaders.
• Professional development and growth within the travel sector.