Sales Manager Luxury tourism sector

HR Studio; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent safari lodge brand based in Johannesburg is seeking a Sales Manager to expand its presence in Europe and Southern Hemisphere. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in the tourism or hospitality industry, a valid passport, and deep knowledge of African travel markets. This role involves strategic planning, maintaining trade relationships, and representing the brand internationally. Join a purpose-driven company where your efforts contribute to a meaningful travel model.

Benefits

Opportunity for global travel

Values-driven culture

Impactful role in growth

Qualifications

• 3+ years of post-degree experience in tourism or hospitality.
• Willingness to travel and valid passport.
• Deep knowledge of Africa through extensive travel.

Responsibilities

• Grow brand presence across international markets.
• Steward key trade relationships and share brand story.
• Collaborate with marketing for sales tools.

Skills

Networking

Storytelling

Sales Strategy

Communication

Empathy

Education

Relevant degree-level qualification

Job description

Overview

Sales Manager – Europe & The Southern Hemisphere

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Job Type: Full-time
Work arrangement: In-office / Global Travel

Who We Are Recruiting For:
Our client is a leading independent safari lodge brand and boutique destination travel company operating in the luxury tourism sector. Known for their iconic properties and purpose-driven approach, they are scaling their operations and investing in strong in-house capability to power their next phase of global growth. With exciting ongoing projects and a focus on expanding core international markets, this is a great opportunity for a professional looking to make a real impact in the high-end travel industry.

Who You Are

• 3+ years of post-degree experience in the tourism or hospitality industries.
• Willing to travel and has a valid passport.
• A natural storyteller with a proven ability to captivate audiences.
• Highly articulate in both the written and spoken word.
• A great networker and conversationalist who enjoys the company of others.
• Self-confident and empathetic, with the ability to represent the brand with pride.
• Continually curious about travel industry trends and distribution channels.

Your Responsibilities

• Grow brand presence and revenue across Europe, Latin America, Australia, and South Africa through dedicated strategic planning.
• Steward key trade relationships and reputations, sharing the brand story both in-person and digitally.
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to draft copy for sales tools and tailored market offers.
• Travel locally and abroad for sales calls and to represent the business at regional and global trade shows.
• Support sales teams with in-the-moment decision-making to enhance trade reputation and commercial success.
• Maintain the trade database and communication channels to ensure consistent market engagement.

What You Need

• A relevant degree-level qualification.
• Well-established relationships with the luxury travel trade, specifically in the Southern Africa Region.
• Deep knowledge of Africa through extensive personal travel experience.
• Alignment with core values of Ubuntu, Respect, Honesty, Courage, and Joy.
• A global mindset and the willingness to travel internationally.
• Bonus: Existing relationships in European or other international travel markets. MUST HAVE A VALID PASSPORT

Why Join This Team?

• Growth & Expansion: Play a pivotal role in expanding one of the continent's leading independent safari brands.
• Real Impact: Join a purpose-driven business where your work directly contributes to an impactful travel model
• Global Representation: Opportunity to travel the world and represent a premier brand at prestigious global events.
• Values-Driven Culture: Work within a team culture defined by Ubuntu, Joy, and mutual respect.
• Strategic Influence: Help shape and implement sales strategies supported by a foundation of bold decision-making.

Please submit your CV, a support letter, and a short informal video (no longer than 2 minutes).