Job Summary
Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a Senior Sales Consultant for a growing luxury travel company specialising in bespoke private experiences in Cape Town, the Winelands and surrounding areas. This is a senior sales role for someone who knows the Cape well, has a strong track record of converting enquiries and enjoys using local knowledge to design a memorable day for each guest. You’ll work closely with luxury travel agents, tour operators and destination management companies (DMCs), building the kind of relationships that bring partners back with their next enquiry. As the business grows, there’s scope to develop new trade relationships and help shape the experiences the company offers. Key responsibilities Design and quote bespoke private itineraries that reflect each guest’s interests, pace and budget. Manage enquiries from the initial brief through to confirmation, following up on proposals and converting opportunities into bookings. Build and maintain relationships with luxury travel agents, tour operators and DMCs. Keep your destination and product knowledge current so you can offer creative, practical itinerary ideas. Provide a clear, accurate handover to Sales Support once a booking is confirmed. Requirements At least five years’ sales experience in luxury travel, with a strong track record of enquiry conversion and sales performance. A background in tour operating, destination management or tailor-made travel. Strong knowledge of Cape Town, the Winelands and surrounding regions. Experience working with luxury travel agents, tour operators and/or DMCs. Excellent relationship-building skills and clear written and verbal communication. A commercially minded, creative approach, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple enquiries and deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using a CRM. Advantageous Established relationships within the local or international luxury travel trade. Experience with WETU, Safari Portal or similar itinerary and product platforms. Experience in key account management, agent training or travel product development. The office is in Noordhoek, so the role is particularly well suited to candidates based in Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs or Southern Peninsula. To apply, please submit your CV to lauren@ Apply Below.