Part-Time Hybrid Group Travel Sales Manager

MetroWest Boston Visitors Bureau; Franklin (MA); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Sick days

401K

Hybrid work model

Office in Franklin

Job summary

MetroWest Boston Visitors Bureau is seeking a part-time Group Sales Manager to grow MetroWest's group travel and meetings business. You will represent MBVB to tour operators, planners, hotels, and attractions, building strong relationships and generating leads for MBVB members.

You will coordinate familiarization tours, present MBVB offerings, and help promote MBVB advertising products across the group market. A valid driver’s license and travel are required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of group sales experience in hotels, attractions, CVBs or related tourism organizations.
• Direct experience with tour operators, meeting planners, and travel trade professionals.
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to promote a destination and articulate the value of its hotels, attractions, and services.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel; access to a vehicle for client meetings and trade shows.

Responsibilities

• Represent MBVB at group travel industry trade shows and events.
• Develop and maintain relationships with tour operators, planners, lodging properties, and MBVB members.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to bring group travel and meetings business to MetroWest.
• Serve as a knowledgeable resource on hotels, attractions, venues, and transportation options.
• Respond to inquiries and follow up on leads to cultivate relationships and future business.
• Organize familiarization tours and site visits for industry professionals.
• Sell MBVB advertising products and secure ads in MBVB guides and trade materials.
• Deliver presentations about MetroWest, group sales opportunities, and MBVB products.
• Maintain accurate records of contacts, sales activity, and follow-ups.

Skills

Group sales

Relationship building

Trade show experience

Presentation skills

Marketing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in hospitality, tourism, business, marketing, or related field

Job description

MetroWest Boston Visitors Bureau is seeking a part-time Group Sales Manager to grow MetroWest's group travel and meetings business. You will represent MBVB to tour operators, planners, hotels, and attractions, building strong relationships and generating leads for MBVB members.

You will coordinate familiarization tours, present MBVB offerings, and help promote MBVB advertising products across the group market. A valid driver’s license and travel are required.