Business Development Manager

We are currently seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join our team, you will be on-the-road and the face of the brand and sub brands, in the UK and with the possibility of intermittent tasks in Germany and / or Spain. Offering support and assistance to the sales and marketing team(s) to raise your client(s) profile and ensure the maximum sales potential is realized.
The Job:
Maintain an awareness of company destinations/client(s) and of relevant sales and marketing techniques to ensure that the role is carried out as effectively as possible.
Handle trade enquiries (via email, telephone).
Responsible for your assigned clients program & drive sales.
Preparation and delivery of destination training to tour operators and agents.
Assist with the preparation of client(s) presentations.
Research and co-ordinate trade events.
Assist with the organization, and attend, sales missions, familiarisation trips, research groups, trade training seminars, workshops, and events, including trade and consumer shows.
Monitor client(s) accounts to ensure that the maximum sales potential is realised.
Maintain accurate records of all sales and marketing activity.
Work closely with PR and trade & consumer marketing teams to ensure that the client's plans are delivered effectively and within the agreed financial limits of their budget.
Responsible for all day-to-day administrative tasks including visitor statistics analysis, website monitoring and the preparation of marketing plans.
Keep abreast of the client(s) business by reading and researching market data, product profiles etc.
Work closely with both BD Global Partnerships & Trade Sales team on strategic calls as required to maximize desired outcomes in retail and wholesale sectors.
Be available to participate in sales initiatives in regions outside of UK from time to time as required and agreed.
Skills Required:
Qualification to degree level ideally
A minimum of 5 years' experience of working within the travel and tourism industry
A thorough understanding of the work of the Company
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in a second language (ideally Spanish and / or German) would be desirable.
Ability to work to strict deadlines and capable of managing and prioritising the workload
Ability to work and thrive in a multi tasked and fast paced environment on their own and within a team
Proficiency in word, excel and outlook
Flexible approach and a can-do attitude essential
Analytical and methodical approach
The Package:
Salary 40,000 + Car allowance (Car will be company branded)
Interested:
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