Sales Manager

SATSA; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent travel organization is seeking a Sales Manager in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The candidate will focus on building strong relationships within the travel trade to promote services. Responsibilities include generating business opportunities and managing client databases. Ideal candidates should have experience in hospitality sales and a proven ability to meet targets. This position offers an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about driving growth and maintaining strong industry relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality sales.
• Proven ability to meet or exceed sales targets.
• Strong sales, negotiation, and customer relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with the Travel trade to promote Isibindi Africa Lodges.
• Manage relationships with trade partners and clients.
• Generate new business through market research.
• Represent the company at trade shows and networking events.
• Track booking trends and provide sales reports.

Skills

Hospitality sales experience

Sales and negotiation skills

Customer relationship management

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Job description

Position: Sales Manager

Type: On-site / Hybrid (dependent on experience)

Closes: 31 March 2025

Only open to citizens and permanent residents.

Key Responsibilities

• To build strong and lasting relationships with the Travel trade in order to promote Isibindi Africa Lodges.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with trade partners and clients, ensuring alignment with our brand values.
• Generate new business opportunities through market research and targeted outreach.
• Represent the company at trade shows, and industry and networking events.
• Manage client databases, track booking trends, and provide comprehensive sales reports.
• Oversee travel trade communications and ensure timely follow-ups.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Manager to organize workshops, site inspections, and analyze sales statistics.
• To manage all Travel trade communications timeously
• Innovate sales processes and contribute to the overall growth of the organization.
• To assist in growing and expanding the Sales team.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality sales.
• Strong sales, negotiation, and customer relationship management skills.
• Proven ability to meet or exceed sales targets.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

Personal Attributes

• Professional, energetic, and optimistic with a strong sense of initiative.
• Ability to remain effective under pressure, proactive, and resourceful.

This position requires dedication to excellence in service, and a commitment to driving growth while maintaining strong relationships across the industry. If you possess these qualities and are excited to join our team, we would love to hear from you.

Travel Trade Experience would be highly beneficial.

Location

Ballito, Kwa-Zulu Natal