Sales Manager

Kendrick Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a dynamic Sales Manager for a luxury safari lodge in Johannesburg. This role demands a results-driven professional with strong sales and hospitality experience, tasked with developing strategies and managing client relationships to enhance the lodge’s market presence. If you possess excellent negotiation skills and a passion for travel, this is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact in a prestigious organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in a similar sales role within luxury travel or hospitality.
• Strong relationships within the travel trade and tourism industry.
• Proven record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to exceed revenue targets.
• Manage relationships with existing trade partners and identify new business opportunities.
• Oversee sales operations and provide insights on market trends.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Sales Strategy

Client Relationship Management

Education

Tertiary qualification in Sales, Marketing, or Tourism

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sales Manager Luxury Safari Lodge Johannesburg

Salary : R55000 (Negotiable DOE)

Location : Johannesburg

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales Manager for a prestigious luxury safari lodge based in Johannesburg. This role requires a resultsdriven individual with a strong background in sales and hospitality who can develop and drive business strategies to grow the brands presence in both domestic and international markets.

Key Responsibilities :

Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed revenue targets

Manage and grow relationships with existing trade partners tour operators and agents

Identify new business opportunities and market segments for growth

Oversee all aspects of sales operations including account management and reporting

Represent the lodge at trade shows networking events and industry workshops

Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to clients and partners

Work closely with marketing teams to align sales and promotional efforts

Track and analyse sales performance metrics to optimize sales activities

Provide regular feedback and insights to management on market trends and competitor activity

Ensure a high level of client satisfaction and maintain strong longterm relationships

Requirements :

Minimum 5 years experience in a similar sales role within the luxury travel or hospitality sector

Strong existing relationships within the travel trade and tourism industry

Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets

Excellent negotiation communication and presentation skills

Selfmotivated proactive and resultsoriented

Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office

Tertiary qualification in Sales Marketing Tourism or related field is advantageous

This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious sales professional to join a leading luxury safari brand and make a meaningful impact. If you have a passion for travel a flair for building relationships and a drive to succeed Kendrick Recruitment invites you to apply.

Key Skills

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 55000 - 55000

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