Midwest Growth Director, Group Travel Sales

Mayflower-Cruises-; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayflower Cruises & Tours, based in Lisle, IL, seeks a Regional Director of Group Sales to lead the Midwest sales team toward aggressive growth for cruise and tour products. Preference is given to candidates near the Greater Chicago area.

You will develop strategic plans, build key relationships with group travel producers, and report to the VP of Sales & Marketing. Travel 50%+ and guide a high-performing team to exceed objectives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in group travel sales or group business development.
• Experience leading a sales team of 5+ individuals.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic sales plans.
• Strong client relationship and lead generation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strategy to generate new leads, sales, and account retention.
• Manage a team of Business Development Managers and track goals and successes.
• Motivate Business Development Managers to generate sales through engagement and support.
• Plan and attend educational sessions, trade shows, and events in support of Mayflower Cruises and Tours.
• Respond and follow up on calls, emails, questions, and issues within 24 hours or less.
• Manage the team’s performance based on goals set by senior management.
• Analyze regional trends to identify sales growth opportunities with VP of Sales & Marketing.

Skills

Group sales

Leadership

Strategic planning

Team management

Travel industry knowledge

Public speaking

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Mayflower Cruises & Tours, based in Lisle, IL, seeks a Regional Director of Group Sales to lead the Midwest sales team toward aggressive growth for cruise and tour products. Preference is given to candidates near the Greater Chicago area.

You will develop strategic plans, build key relationships with group travel producers, and report to the VP of Sales & Marketing. Travel 50%+ and guide a high-performing team to exceed objectives.