Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager - Southern region Our client is an award winning tour and cruise operator and they are seeking a Business Development Manager based in the South to build and maintain relationships with retail agent partners. The role is mainly on the road with one day per week from home and comes with a salary of up to £42,000 plus bonus and car allowance.

Business Development Manager responsibilities

Develop and maintain strong relationships with retail travel agent partners

Identify new business opportunities and key growth markets

Deliver product training through presentations, workshops and webinars

Promote the full portfolio of premium travel products and experiences

Attend trade shows, industry events and conferences

Monitor competitor activity and market trends

Drive passenger growth and achieve sales targets

Business Development Manager skills required

Minimum 2 years' experience in Business Development, Sales or Account Management within retail or wholesale travel

Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills

Excellent presentation and communication abilities

Commercially minded with a proven track record of achieving targets

Highly organised with strong planning and time management skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint

Flexible to travel extensively, including overnight stays when required

Additional information

Monthly car allowance

Annual bonus

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Familiarisation trips on premium travel products

Wellbeing programme

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Work From Anywhere for up to 10 days per year

Supportive and highly engaged team culture