Are you a visionary sales leader with a passion for the travel and aviation industry? We are looking for a dynamic Senior Manager Sales to join our team at our Colombo Head Office.
In this role, you will be the driving force behind our revenue growth, leading a high-performing team and building strategic partnerships across the globe.
What You’ll Do:
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and oversee sales plans that align with our core business objectives.
- Growth & Budgeting: Manage annual and quarterly sales budgets, promotional plans, and develop accurate costings/proposals to drive revenue.
- Relationship Management: Build and strengthen high-level relationships with travel agencies, airlines, and corporate clients.
- Sales Execution: Actively promote tour packages and services while identifying new market opportunities through trend analysis.
- Team Development: Lead, mentor, and supervise the sales team to ensure all targets are met through regular weekly tracking and skill-building.
- Operational Excellence: Oversee debtor collections and work closely with operational departments to ensure seamless service delivery.
Who You Are:
- Experienced Leader: You have 10–15 years of experience in travel, tourism, hospitality, or aviation, with at least 8 years in a managerial role.
- Industry Expert: You possess a deep understanding of travel trade operations, ticketing, and tour packages.
- GDS Proficient: You are skilled in using Global Distribution Systems (GDS) for airline and travel operations.
- Strategist: You have a proven ability to manage sales pipelines and achieve ambitious revenue targets.
- Educated Professional: You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business or Tourism Management (MBA preferred). An IATA Diploma or management degree is a significant plus.
- Communicator: You possess top-tier negotiation and presentation skills.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary with performance-based incentives.
- Global Growth: The chance to work with a global industry leader and advance your career.
- Work Culture: A dynamic, collaborative, and highly supportive environment.