Base Salary £55,000 + Bonus and Great Benefits
Hybrid - Central London
Our client is an award-winning tour operator who are long haul specialists selling to the B2C market.
They are now recruiting for a creative, dynamic, and forward-thinking Head of Sales to help drive their business to the next level, achieving their ambitious growth plans while being well rewarded financially for their achievements.
This is a key appointment with the Head of Sales being responsible for managing and leading a team of experienced sales consultants while working closely with the Managing Director and leadership team.
Responsibilities:
Execute strategic plans to reach sales targets, monitor KPI performance, manage all sales operations, forecast quarterly sales figures, and help enhance the travel brand. Deliver the strategy through a rounded, responsive approach to achieve business targets, maximise sales revenue, optimise ROI, improve sales conversion, service levels, and increase market share within the luxury holiday market. Evaluate and integrate technology to drive greater lead generation, improve the management of leads, and the process and structure of how to contact clients. Hold regular one-on-ones with the team to discuss self-development, improve sales execution, overcome roadblocks together, and motivate your team, as well as holding group sessions to develop skillsets/skill share, coach, and mentor the team. Formulate and implement strategy to improve service & customer satisfaction, implementing a post-travel survey for clients to rate the customer experience and building this into service KPIs.
Experience Required: Previous sales management experience within the travel industry. Proven record of accomplishment in managing and developing teams to meet targets. First-hand product knowledge of the luxury 4* and 5* holiday market. Strong analytical and project management skills are essential. A creative and innovative approach. Extensive sales experience creating & implementing strategies and managing sizeable sales teams.
Salary and Benefits: Base salary to £55,000. Performance related bonus. Opportunities for professional growth and development. 22 days annual leave. Hybrid working. Pension. Discounted holidays.
To apply for this Head of Travel Sales role, please email your CV, and a member of the team will be in contact to discuss your application and the role. #J-18808-Ljbffr