Travel Sales Manager

Recruiter:

Executive Placings

Job Ref:

Date posted:

Friday, January 9, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Market related

SUMMARY:
Travel Sales Manager

POSITION INFO:

🌍 NOW HIRING | SALES MANAGER – LUXURY TRAVEL 🌍

Are you a results-driven sales leader with a passion for luxury travel and Africa? This role offers the opportunity to drive revenue across international markets within a dynamic, multi-channel travel business.

✨ KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Drive revenue growth across bed nights and DMC sales
• Aggressively pursue and exceed sales targets
• Represent the brand at major international trade shows and sales events
• Develop, present, and follow through on compelling sales proposals
• Build and manage strong relationships with key global clients and suppliers
• Lead, mentor, and support Market Sales Teams to enhance performance
• Identify new sales leads and penetrate target markets
• Ensure brand integrity, client satisfaction, and alignment with company values
• Manage expenses and contribute to profitability and sustainable growth
• Uphold health, safety, and workplace compliance standards

🌟 EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED
• Luxury tourism and Africa DMC sales experience ESSENTIAL
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets
• Strong understanding of global travel markets and customer dynamics
• Extensive experience in supplier relationship management
• Exposure to digital and e-commerce sales practices is an advantage
• Ability to work collaboratively within a global team
• Willingness to travel internationally

🎓 QUALIFICATIONS
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a luxury inbound travel environment
• At least 2 years’ proven Sales Management experience
• Relevant Degree or Diploma advantageous

📩 APPLY NOW
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✨ Join a leading luxury travel business and help shape exceptional journeys across Africa.

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