Sales Executive - Travel News

OVERVIEW

We are seeking a Sales Executive with experience in the travel industry and a demonstrated history of success in new business sales.

The ideal candidate is a hunter someone who thrives on the challenge of identifying and securing new clients while uncovering untapped business opportunities.

As a hunter, you will be responsible for prospecting, cold calling, and securing new business. You should excel in lead generation and qualification, possess high energy levels and stamina, and be ambitious with a strong focus on driving revenue growth

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify and secure new clients to drive business growth.
• Prospect and cold call to uncover new business opportunities.
• Generate and qualify leads effectively.
• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients.
• Meet ambitious revenue goals and contribute to overall business success.
• Continuously sharpen sales skills and stay updated with industry trends.
• Utilize CRM tools to manage client relationships and track sales activities.
• Demonstrate digital savviness to adapt to modern sales processes.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Passion for sales.
• Willingness to sharpen skills for success.
• Self-confidence and an adventurous, can-do attitude.
• Ability to bring in new business and retain existing clients.
• Capability to plan and execute a sales strategy.
• Own car and valid drivers license.
• Matric essential; tertiary qualification in business or marketing is advantageous.

ADVANTAGEOUS:

• Experience in the travel industry.
• Proven track record in sales, particularly in media sales and/or B2B advertising.
• Proficiency in using a CRM system.
• Digital savviness.

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