We are currently seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join our team, you will be on-the-road and the face of the brand and sub brands, in the UK and with the possibility of intermittent tasks in *Germany and / or Spain. Offering support and assistance to the sales and marketing team(s) to raise your client(s) profile and ensure the maximum sales potential is realized.
The Job:
- Maintain an awareness of company destinations/client(s) and of relevant sales and marketing techniques to ensure that the role is carried out as effectively as possible.
- Handle trade enquiries (via email, telephone).
- Responsible for your assigned clients program & drive sales.
- Preparation and delivery of destination training to tour operators and agents.
- Assist with the preparation of client(s) presentations.
- Research and co-ordinate trade events.
- Assist with the organization, and attend, sales missions, familiarisation trips, research groups, trade training seminars, workshops, and events, including trade and consumer shows.
- Monitor client(s) accounts to ensure that the maximum sales potential is realised.
- Maintain accurate records of all sales and marketing activity.
- Work closely with PR and trade & consumer marketing teams to ensure that the client's plans are delivered effectively and within the agreed financial limits of their budget.
- Responsible for all day-to-day administrative tasks including visitor statistics analysis, website monitoring and the preparation of marketing plans.
- Keep abreast of the client(s) business by reading and researching market data, product profiles etc.
- Work closely with both BD Global Partnerships & Trade Sales team on strategic calls as required to maximize desired outcomes in retail and wholesale sectors.
- Be available to participate in sales initiatives in regions outside of UK from time to time as required and agreed.
Skills Required:
- Qualification to degree level ideally
- A minimum of 5 years' experience of working within the travel and tourism industry
- A thorough understanding of the work of the Company
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in a second language (ideally Spanish and / or German) would be desirable.
- Ability to work to strict deadlines and capable of managing and prioritising the workload
- Ability to work and thrive in a multi tasked and fast paced environment on their own and within a team
- Proficiency in word, excel and outlook
- Flexible approach and a can-do attitude essential
- Analytical and methodical approach
The Package:
- Salary £40,000 + Car allowance (Car will be company branded)
Interested:
- If you would like to apply for the above vacancy, please click 'APPLY' or email your cv to