Are you a Business Development Manager that has a sound understanding of business to business Corporate Travel Sales? Are you an account manager with a proven sales track record? Have you got a solid Business Development background securing Corporate Accounts? Yes then read on.

A leading Travel Management company are looking for Business Development Manager to assist with their ongoing expansions across the Australian travel market.

You will be responsible for sourcing and securing new corporate accounts for this leading Travel Management Company. Building rapport and developing relationships with key prospects is key to this role. You will ideally have a sound knowledge of the Newcastle corporate market and be able to identify commercial opportunities. It is essential you have confident communication skills, sound travel management knowledge, should be highly motivated with a positive attitude and a fantastic sales track record.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

* Source and identify new business opportunities
* Present and sell the companies services to potential clients.
* Prepare sales plans and timelines for specific sector penetration.
* Follow up new leads and referrals resulting from sales and marketing activity
* Participate in marketing and sales events such as seminars, exhibitions, client events and showcases
* Implementation of new accounts

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

* In depth travel industry knowledge
* A proven track record of sales achievement in the B2B environment
* Effective communicator and strong presentation skills
* Well organised - the ability to structure and execute a sales plan
* Self-starter and finisher - a persistent and tenacious finisher, someone who can demonstrate they have achieved their goals.
* Experience of selling to professional and academic service sectors
* Experience of developing vertical market sales campaigns
* IT literate
* Experience of working at all levels within an organisation.

While this role has many 'strategic' elements to it, it is important that any potential candidate understands the requirement to deliver sales to the business. The company has a strong name in the corporate travel market and have many resources in place to aid in your business development.

THE PACKAGE:

If successful you will be offered a very competitive salary depending on experience plus a lucrative incentive structure and excellent benefits.

INTERESTED?

If you are keen to be considered for this position please follow the instructions below to apply, sending your CV. If you have any questions, please contact Sarah at Travel Trade Recruitment on 02 9119 8744 or email sarah@traveltraderecruitment.com.au