Business Development Manager - UK Midlands

November 11

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G Adventures

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adventure travel • travel • life experiences • life changing experiences • social media

1001 - 5000

💰 Private Equity Round on 2021-02

Description

• Known internally as a Global Purpose Specialist (GPS), the Business Development Manager is a sales catalyst, relationship developer, service zealot, organisational wizard, traveller, expert trainer, problem solver, and company culture enthusiast all rolled into one! • Your mission as a GPS if you choose it, is to be the face of G Adventures to your agents. • You will be responsible for growing the sales of a network of agents and supporting the wider UK GPS team. • Work closely with the National Sales Manager to deliver the UK sales strategy to grow the business • Agency Branch Visits to train agents and build relationships growing existing accounts and prospecting new opportunities. • Out on the road with agency visits/events at least 3 days a week. • Attend Partner Conferences & Events • Host FAM Trips for agents and partners • Building and facilitating training, both in person and online (G Introductions, new product) • Handle any booking issues calmly and with empathy liaising with our contact centre team. • Work hand in hand with the UK GPS team to help deliver key events and campaign plans • Be the first point problem solver for any of your agent’s bookings • Ensure accuracy in recording all sales visits in Salesforce • Maintain superior knowledge of all G Adventures Product • Be an integral part of G Adventures amazing company culture and live by the G Adventures Core values. • Work closely with the global marketing team, and regional marketing teams to help deliver the UK's marketing plans.

Requirements

• A love of sales and travel • At least two years experience as a BDM and a strong network or relationships in the UK travel trade would be favourable • Ability to understand and demonstrate professional sales presentation techniques • Demonstrated strategic business planning , analysing, and reporting skills • Strong negotiation skills • Advanced skills in interpersonal relationship management • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written • Problem solving/complaint resolution skills with a focus on the customer experience • Flexible and energetic, with the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment • Ability to navigate and use a variety of computer systems confidently with speed and efficiency • Experience with using Zoom and/or Google Meet and Google Slides • Experience in event management and basic social media skills • Understanding of, and identification with, G Adventures’ Core Values • Valid driving licence and own vehicle

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with the role • Competitive benefits package • Birthday day off • Vacation time for you to recharge • Enhanced Parental Leave • Learning and growth opportunities • Employee Resource Groups *Applicable based on location*