We are looking for field Sales Manager with an entrepreneurial mindset, who will play a vital role in acquiring and activating travel agents. This role demands rolling up your sleeves - you will have to knock on doors, pick up the phone, or do whatever it takes to acquire travel agents.
The Job
Acquire and activate travel agents through various channels like office visits, telephone, email, social networks, events, and meetings.
Establish, grow, and maintain commercial ties with travel agents both current and potential in the designated territory to attract new partners for our services.
Create a sales funnel, identify the right leads, define long-term goals, and engage in strategic business planning.
Align sales activities with tele-sales team, product, marketing, and customer success team.
Build an in-depth understanding of our products and give demos or solve product queries to convert agents.
Attend roadshows, trade fairs, and other travel industry events.
Maintain and analyze data.
Stay updated on industry insights and opportunities for strategic planning and growth.
The ideal candidate
Experience: At least 3 years of sales experience in the travel industry.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Must have their own laptop along with the internet to fulfill the requirements.
Ability to build relationships and has a network & database of B2B travel agents in the city.
Prior experience in acquiring travel agents or in visas or insurance is a big plus.
Proficient with using CRMs and Google Sheets.
Ability to handle pressure and work on competitive TARGETS.
Walk through the demo & product offering in a systematic and engaging manner.
Stay abreast with current market and competitors to formulate offerings diligently.
Spearhead projects & partnerships/alliances as per the requirements.
Diligently and creatively follow up with clients to speed up the process.
Adhere to the sales process from lead qualification, discovery call to closure in a streamlined & professional manner & updating respective sheets.