TRAFFIC Gauteng

SENIOR SALES & MARKET DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

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Job Description

Required Qualifications
  • Minimum 5-7 years' experience in luxury safari, lodge sales, or high end inbound tourism.
  • Proven track record of growing international sales markets.
  • Established relationships within the global luxury travel trade (advantageous).
  • Strong understanding of the Greater Kruger competitive landscape.
  • Demonstrated ability to win and grow high value accounts.
  • High level of independence and accountability.
  • Strong negotiation and presentation skills.
  • Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM systems.
Description

Kapama Private Game Reserve is seeking an experienced senior sales professional from the luxury safari or high end hospitality sector to lead and expand key international source markets. This is a revenue driven role focused on increasing global market share, strengthening high value agent partnerships, and growing production from key DMC accounts. The position is based at our Head Office in Pretoria and requires extensive international travel.

Role Objective

To increase international revenue by securing new luxury agency partnerships, expanding existing accounts, and strengthening Kapama's position within the competitive Greater Kruger luxury market. This role carries direct revenue accountability across allocated global markets.

Additional Information

Shortlisted candidates will complete a competency assessment during the interview process. Qualification certificates must be presented at interview. Kapama Private Game Reserve applies the principles of the Employment Equity Act.

About This Role

Career insights for Sales Managers positions

Salary Benchmark
$135,160/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
Persuasion Active Listening Speaking Coordination Critical Thinking
Common Technologies
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