Business Development Mgr
Core
Develop, maintain, and service a portfolio of travel agency accounts in Houston and South Texas to maximize territory sales objectives and revenue growth for cruise vacations.
Role type
Business Development Manager (Travel Agency Portfolio)
Builds
Travel agency revenue growth and sales strategies for cruise lines
Domain
Hospitality / Cruise Industry / Travel Sales
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Territory sales strategy, travel agency relationship management, marketing plan development, contract negotiation, ROI analysis, budget management, seminar/trade show execution, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint), Zoom/GoToMeeting proficiency
Preferred skills
Travel industry experience, creative personal branding, adaptability to changing sales environments, analytical forecasting, evening/weekend availability
Technologies
Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, GoToMeeting
Responsibilities
Source new revenue opportunities within assigned accounts, execute local and national marketing and promotional programs, service travel agency needs via problem resolution, plan and implement annual territory sales and marketing plans, negotiate sales plans and group contracts, conduct seminars, webinars, and trade shows, manage marketing budgets and report expenses
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC