We are excited to be recruiting a specialist European sales consultant to join our team, a position which offers excellent prospects within our award-winning tour operator. Our key requirements are a passion for, and knowledge of, Europe. This position is a very hands-on role, and the successful candidate will be passionate about the Europe, be highly organised, driven, be an excellent communicator, and clearly understand our customers' needs.
The Job:
Selling to clients via email, phone, letter and in person
Producing, pricing and amending itineraries
Generating bookings from new customers through all appropriate channels
Maximising retention of existing customers
Achieving and exceeding pre-set sales targets
Overseeing your Service Team in the production of documentation for your clients
Checking that welcome home packs have gone to your clients prior to their return
Contacting clients on return, thanking them for booking with us, obtaining feedback and nurturing for next trip
Expanding and developing existing product
Maintaining and building relationships with suppliers and country tourist boards
Researching and updating destinations, activity, and hotel information
Involvement in the product and pricing planning processes, including assisting purchasing team with the negotiation of improved supplier contracts
The possibility of research trips
Taking an active role in team meetings
Participating in company events, sometimes outside office hours
Supporting the marketing team with ideas for social media and PR requests
Skills Required:
Passion for, and demonstrable knowledge of European destinations
Experience of working in a Europe travel sales role at the bespoke end of travel is a benefit but not required and we will consider people without travel sales experience. The key for us is passion and knowledge of the region.
Proven ability to deliver high quality results in a timely fashion.
Strong communication skills
A personable manner
The Package:
Salary 30,000 - 35,000 + Commission
23 days annual leave, increasing one day per full year of service up to 30 days.
Research trips overseas approximately every 12-18 months
Contributory pension scheme
Cycle to Work scheme.
Private healthcare
Travel insurance
Sabbatical option after five years of continuous service
Interested:
If you would like to apply for the above vacancy, please click 'APPLY' or call/email Helen (phone number removed) (url removed)
