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Safari JOBS is searching for a highly accomplished Senior Sales & Market Development Manager: International Markets for an exceptional opportunity with a leading luxury safari brand in one of South Africa’s most competitive and sought-after safari regions. The purpose of this role is to increase international revenue by securing new luxury agency partnerships, expanding existing accounts, and strengthening the brand position within the competitive Greater Kruger luxury market. This role carries direct revenue accountability across allocated global markets. This is a senior, revenue-driven position for a commercially sharp sales professional with proven experience in luxury safari, lodge sales or high-end inbound tourism. The role calls for a confident market builder; strong negotiator and polished presenter who can represent a premium safari brand internationally, open doors at senior trade level, and convert high-value relationships into sustained business. Based at Head Office in Gauteng, the position requires extensive domestic and international travel and is ideal for a performance-driven professional ready to take ownership of key global markets and make a direct commercial impact. ??????? ???????????? ??? ???????????? Clear criminal record; Excellent employment track record – references will be verified; Excellent command of the English language (written and verbal); Minimum 5 - 7 years’ experience in luxury safari, lodge sales, or high-end inbound tourism; Proven track record of growing international sales markets; Established relationships within the global luxury travel trade (advantageous); Strong understanding of the Greater Kruger competitive landscape; Demonstrated ability to win and grow high-value accounts; High level of independence and accountability; Strong negotiation and presentation skills; Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM systems; Successful candidate must be prepared to do extensive international and domestic travel ?????????? ??????: Commercially focused and results-driven; Confident representing a premium brand internationally; Structured, disciplined, and strategic; Relationship-focused but performance-oriented; Comfortable operating in a competitive luxury environment ??? ???????????????? ????????????? ????? ?????? Develop and execute focused annual sales strategies for assigned international markets. Identify and convert high-producing luxury and boutique agencies. Increase production from existing accounts through structured engagement plans. Conduct regular in-market sales calls, roadshows, trade show participation, and client presentations. Drive measurable year-on-year revenue growth across allocated regions. Track performance by account and adjust strategy where required. ?????? ????? & ???????????? ?????????? Build strong relationships with agency owners, senior travel designers, and product managers. Secure preferred partner status within targeted agencies. Position the brand competitively against other luxury safari properties. Lead and host high-level FAM trips for top-producing agents. ??? ??????? ?????????? Maintain structured engagement with key inbound DMC partners. Increase share of business within priority DMC accounts. Ensure the brand remains top-of-mind for high-end safari proposals. Conduct product updates and rate negotiations where required. ?????????? ????????? & ????????? Maintain accurate CRM records of all sales activity and pipeline. Report monthly on revenue performance vs targets Pipeline value Agent production Trade show ROI ?????????? ?? ?????? ??????????? ??? ?????? ????????. ???????????? / ??????? Market-related CTC salary aligned with senior-level experience ?????? ?????? ???? ?????? ??????????? ???? ???????????; Provident Fund, Group Life & Disability, Dreaded Disease Cover - Applicable after three months of successful employment Work Cycle/Hours: Monday to Friday with travel as required. ????? ?? ???? Qualification copies must be presented during the interview process. Interviewed candidates may be required to complete a competency test. ??????????? ??????? Please submit your ??-??-???? ???? ??, a recent ????-???-????????? ??????????, copies of relevant ?????????????? / certificates, and contactable references for your ???? ????? ?????. Written reference letters to be included if available. We sincerely value every application submitted. While only shortlisted candidates who meet the role requirements will be contacted, you are most welcome to follow our advertising & social media platforms for future opportunities that may better align with your profile.
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