Sandton, South Africa
Sales Executive - Travel & Tourism
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and secure new clients by generating leads through prospecting and cold calling.
- Sell advertising space for a business-to-business publication while building strong client relationships.
- Develop and implement sales strategies to meet and exceed targets, adjusting when needed.
- Maintain existing client relationships, driving upselling and cross-selling opportunities.
- Utilize a CRM system to track sales activities and maintain accurate records.
- Leverage digital tools to enhance sales efforts and stay ahead of industry trends.
- Continuously improve sales skills and actively seek opportunities for professional growth.
- Use own vehicle for client visits and manage related administrative tasks.
- Exhibit a proactive attitude, self-confidence, and strong organizational abilities.
Requirements
- Passion for sales and business development.
- Self-confidence with a proactive, can-do attitude.
- Ability to bring in new business and retain existing clients.
- Capability to plan and execute a sales strategy.
- Matric essential; tertiary qualification in Business, Marketing, or Tourism is advantageous.
- Sales experience (advertising sales experience, particularly B2B, highly beneficial).
- Experience in Travel/Tourism industry preferred.
- Familiarity with CRM systems.
- Digitally savvy and adaptable.
- Must have own car and valid drivers licence (non-negotiable).
Required Skills:
Driving Sales Strategy CRM Cold Calling Tourism Travel Advertising Strategy Business Development Records Marketing Business Sales