Sales Executive

About the Company:

Our client is a boutique travel partner that offers unique luxury travel experiences. The Company provides a fresh take on the travel industry coupled with a strong commitment towards promoting sustainable travel.

With over forty years as luxury industry insiders, our client's team consists of experts at crafting bespoke travel itineraries for the Company's portfolio of leisure and corporate clients.
 

What we are looking for:

This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated and confident Sales Executive to join the growing team of fun-loving travel gurus. You will play a crucial role in expanding the client base and positioning the Company as the travel partner of choice. A competitive salary (+ bonus) and plenty of opportunities for career development in the fast-paced luxury travel industry are offered by the Company.


About the Role:

As Sales Executive, you will be part responsible for strategically pitching the brand and services to high-profile companies to establish us as their travel partner of choice. You will create your own opportunities, build relationships with existing customers and follow up new enquiries. Your primary objective will be to drive business growth by expanding our client base and fostering long-term relationships with key decision makers.
 
You will work hand in hand and report to your Sales Manager on a daily basis.


Responsibilities:

• Developing and executing a sales strategy to identify, target and secure new corporate clients who require luxury travel services.
• Conducting market research to identify potential prospects, review their travel preferences and create sales pitches tailored to their requirements.
• Engage with decision-makers in target companies through various channels, events and referrals.
• Delivering ambitious, persuasive sales presentations to clients to showcase the unique value of having the Company as their chosen travel partner.
• Ensuring our offerings align with our clients’ business needs and travel policies.
• Collaborating closely with internal team members to deliver a seamless service to the clients you bring on board, ensuring constant client satisfaction.
• Negotiating pricing, contracts and service level agreements in line with company guidelines and profitability targets.
• Maintaining up-to-date records of all sales activities on a daily basis.
• Staying ahead of industry trends, competitors and market conditions to ensure our sales strategies and offerings are always ahead of the curve.
• Attending networking events to represent Hans Travel and promote our services.

Requirements:

• Valid driving licence
• Fluent written and spoken command of the English language
• Proven track record of success in B2B sales
• Passion for and deep-rooted understanding of travel and the luxury travel industry
• Strong negotiation and closing skills with the ability to navigate complicated sales cycles
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish trust with potential clients
• Ability to identify and pursue new business at any opportunity and time
• Result-oriented mindset with a drive to not only achieve but exceed sales targets
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Prioritise tasks to meet deadlines and targets
• Willingness to travel as required to meet with clients and attend events as necessary

Benefits:

• Base salary + bonus
• Flexible working with home office set-up
• Private health insurance
• Technology package
• Daily lunch allowance at office
• 24/7 parking