Sales Manager

The Sales Manager will be responsible for driving leisure sales and business development for a 5-star luxury game lodge located in Waterberg. Working remotely, the Sales Manager will focus on increasing bookings by leveraging relationships with travel partners.

Responsibilities:

• Strong background in leisure sales within the luxury travel, hospitality, or safari industry.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in a remote or independent role.
• Extensive network of contacts within the luxury travel and leisure market, including tour operators, travel agents, and HNWIs.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships remotely.
• Proficient in CRM systems, sales tracking, and digital tools used for remote communication and sales management.
• Ability to work independently while staying aligned with lodge management and overall business goals.
• Knowledge of the Waterberg region, safari experiences, and the luxury travel market.

Preferred Qualities:

• A passion for the safari and wildlife industry, with an understanding of the unique selling points of 5-star game lodges.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work effectively in a remote environment.
• Prior experience in remote or virtual sales positions, with a track record of success.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Tourism, Business, or related fields.
• Minimum of 5 years of leisure sales experience, with a strong emphasis on luxury travel and hospitality.
• Fluent in English (additional languages, especially those targeting international clientele, are a plus).