Sales and Business Development Executive at TravelDeer

Job Summary

• The BDE will join our young and energetic team to drive the growth and expansion of TravelDeer Nigeria by identifying new opportunities and bringing up innovative ideas that our customers/clients would love as well as fostering strategic partnerships, and cultivating relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• The ideal candidate should be passionate about travel, have a solid background in business development within the travel industry, with exceptional communication skills and an ability to learn quickly and pay attention to details.

Responsibilities

• Identify business opportunities to expand TravelDeer Nigeria's client/customer base within the travel industry, including publicly listed companies, government institutions, and medium-sized enterprises
• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve monthly, quarterly and yearly sales targets and revenue goals
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients, paying attention to their needs and unique requirements to effectively propose tailored solutions
• Collaborate with other team members to develop comprehensive proposals, brochures, presentations and any other relevant sales materials that meet client expectations of a powerful travel brand
• Conduct market research and analysis to stay abreast of industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies, providing insights and recommendations to inform business strategies
• Represent TravelDeer Nigeria at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to promote brand awareness and generate leads
• Negotiate contracts, agreements, and partnerships with clients and vendors, ensuring favorable terms and conditions for TravelDeer
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of business development initiatives, analyzing key metrics and adjusting strategies as needed to optimize results
• Prepare and present regular reports to senior management on business development activities, pipeline status, and market insights

Qualifications

• Minimum HND certificate holder (marketing or Business administration is an added advantage)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Sales Professional in any industry - preferably in the travel industry
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets
• A cheerful personality
• Readiness to adhere to company policies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Active Listening Skills
• Excellent in Persuasive ability
• Experience with any CRM software
• Collaboration Skills
• Ability to follow instructions
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Ability to use Excel or Google spreadsheet
• Ability to use MicroSoft Word
• Ability to use MicroSoft PowerPoint

Nice to have:

• Experience in the travel industry

Experience:

• Business development: Minimum 2 years (Required).