Business Development Manager – Travel Industry

Introduction

We''re seeking an experienced Business Development Manager – Sales to drive B2B business development and sales within the travel industry. The ideal candidate will have strong experience working with travel agencies, travel agents, hotels, and outbound travel services, with a proven ability to generate new business and maintain existing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage B2B relationships with travel agents and travel agencies.
• Generate new business opportunities and develop strategic client affiliations for RezLive.com.
• Identify and generate new sales leads and business opportunities.
• Promote and sell travel-related services to travel agents.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing clients and identify opportunities for account growth.
• Follow up on existing quotes, inquiries, and leads with travel agents.
• Conduct client presentations, product demonstrations, and training on RezLive.com.
• Support clients with product-related queries and pre-sales requirements.
• Coordinate with the Operations Team to ensure smooth handling of pre-sales requirements.
• Drive branding and product positioning of RezLive.com within the B2B travel market.
• Develop market knowledge and identify opportunities within the local travel trade.
• Promote and sell outbound travel destinations and related services.
• Maintain knowledge of destinations, hotels, travel products, and key travel agents within the assigned region.

Requirements

• 2–6 years of professional experience in the Travel Industry.
• Strong Business Development and Account Management experience.
• Experience working with travel agencies, travel agents, tour operators, or outbound travel companies.
• Proven experience in B2B sales and lead generation.
• Experience selling outbound destinations and travel-related services.
• Good command of English and the ability to communicate effectively in the local language.
• Strong knowledge of the local travel trade and market.
• Good knowledge of destinations, travel agents, hotels, and travel products in the assigned region.
• Experience working with outbound travel agencies is preferred.
• IATA certification will be an added advantage.
• Basic computer proficiency with MS Office, Email, and Internet applications.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation, and relationship-management skills.
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver''s license.