As a seasoned leader with a passion for shaping international sales strategies, you have the opportunity to drive growth within a prominent hospitality, tourism, and entertainment group that prides itself on delivering exceptional guest experiences and fostering a vibrant workplace culture rooted in integrity, innovation, and collaboration.
What You'll Do:
- Develop and execute the international sales strategy and business plan aligned with overall commercial goals.
- Lead efforts to increase international room night production, accommodation revenue, and conference and incentive business.
- Identify, develop, and penetrate new international and African source markets.
- Build, manage, and nurture strategic relationships with international tour operators, DMCs, travel agents, and key travel-trade partners.
- Strengthen ties with both local and international tourism and travel-trade stakeholders.
- Lead commercial negotiations with international clients and partners within approved parameters.
- Conduct sales calls, client engagements, and market visits locally and internationally.
- Represent the destination at trade shows, sales missions, and industry events globally.
- Monitor international travel trends, market performance, and competitor activity to identify new opportunities.
- Collaborate with Hospitality, Marketing, Conference, and Operational teams to ensure seamless delivery of international business.
- Lead, motivate, and develop the international sales team.
- Prepare sales forecasts, conduct market analysis, and generate performance reports.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 8 years experience in international sales within the Arts & Entertainment, Tourism, or Hospitality industries.
- Proven ability to develop and execute strategic sales plans.
- Strong negotiation, relationship management, and account management skills.
- Excellent communication and leadership capabilities.
- Adept in business planning, analysis, and sales development.
Nice to Have:
- Experience in dealing with international tour operators and travel trade partners.
- Familiarity with international travel trends and market dynamics.
What We'll Give You:
While salary details are negotiable, this full-time on-site position offers the chance to lead a dynamic international sales team within a company committed to excellence, growth, and developing its people.
Take the next step in your leadership career and join a company dedicated to making a global impact in the hospitality and tourism sector. Apply now to help shape the future of international travel experiences.