PrideStaff is partnering with an established luxury travel company that is expanding its sales organization. We're looking for a Regional Field Sales Manager who knows how to open doors, build relationships and turn new opportunities into revenue.
Our client offers a unique experience in the luxury travel market, catering to discerning travelers, corporate groups and organizations seeking something beyond traditional hospitality offerings. As the company continues to grow, they're investing in a dedicated sales professional to expand their group and private charter business throughout the Midwest and Central United States.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys the hunt, has a strong network in the travel or hospitality industry and wants the freedom to develop a territory without being tied to an office every day.
Direct Hire
Region: Midwest and Central United States
Compensation: Base Salary ($80,000-$110,000) + uncapped commission
What You'll Be Doing
- Identify and pursue new group travel and private charter opportunities throughout your assigned region.
- Develop relationships with corporate travel decision-makers, incentive travel planners, luxury travel advisors and organizations coordinating high-end group experiences.
- Leverage your existing network while actively building new relationships and referral channels.
- Create a territory strategy that identifies high-potential markets, prospective customers and opportunities for revenue growth.
- Work directly with prospective clients to understand their needs, develop customized travel experiences and secure bookings.
- Manage the full sales process, from initial introductions and presentations through negotiations and signed agreements.
- Attend industry events, networking opportunities and client meetings to strengthen relationships and generate new business.
- Partner with internal teams to coordinate proposals, pricing and the details needed to successfully close opportunities.
- Maintain visibility into your sales pipeline, upcoming opportunities and expected revenue.
- Use CRM systems and sales technology to stay organized, manage follow-up and maximize selling time.
- Travel throughout the region when face-to-face meetings will help advance relationships or close business.
What We're Looking For
- Proven business development experience within luxury hospitality, group travel, corporate incentive programs or a related industry.
- A strong history of generating new business and closing high-value sales opportunities.
- Established relationships with travel advisors, corporate event planners, incentive travel organizations or similar decision-makers.
- Experience selling group programs, premium hospitality experiences, private charters or customized travel packages.
- Ability to independently manage a large geographic territory and prioritize the opportunities most likely to produce results.
- Strong presentation, relationship-building and negotiation skills.
- A proactive approach to sales, with the confidence to initiate conversations and develop business rather than wait for leads.
- Comfortable working remotely, managing a CRM and traveling to meet with clients as needed.
- Professional, polished and able to build trust with executives and high-end clientele.