Sales Executive
2026-04-10 - 2026-06-30
Permanent
WDH002221
Hospitality
Travel
Southern Africa, Remote
35,000 - 40,000 (Market related, Negotiable)
Ultimate Luxury Destination Management Company is looking for a dynamic SALES EXECUTIVE
The ideal candidate will be passionate about travel, skilled in building client relationships, and driven to achieve sales targets. You will play a key role in promoting our properties, engaging with international and local clients, and ensuring seamless customer experiences.

Core Criteria:
  • 3 - 5 years’ experience in a similar position.
  • Experience in working with Tour Operators, DMC’s, Travel Agents
  • Valid Driver’s Licence and Vehicle.
  • Valid passport.
  • Must be willing to travel nationally and internationally when required.
  • A good understanding of budgeting and the ability to work within set budgets
  • Excellent computer literacy. Proficiency in MS Office and CRM tools.
  • A recognized Sales Qualification is ideal
  • Database of clients
  • Strategic analytical and data driven approach
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills
  • Interpersonal competencies and presentation skills.
  • Results oriented and able to meet deadlines.
  • Self-motivated, target-driven, and results-oriented
  • Efficient in time management.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • The ability to interact, and work with multiple stakeholders to achieve service and departmental goals.
Candidate Responsibilities:
  • Focused on growth and achieving sales targets.
  • Develops and maintains good relationships with key clients, tour operators, travel agents and DMC’s.
  • Assist with the research and establishment of a sales plan to increase the revenue, bednights and ADR for the properties.
  • Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations
  • Customer training
  • Comfortable handling the full sale cycle from cold calling to confirmation of booking.
  • Contract negotiation, implementation and administration.
  • Ensure contracts are renewed for existing clientele.
  • Cross sell properties within the Kaelo Destinations Portfolio to increase the revenue for the group and grow market share.
  • Integrated approach and effective communication to relevant stakeholders both internal and external to improve the service offering.
  • Account Management
  • Develop a clear understanding of each client’s requirements and utilize the information to retain and grow business.
  • Host site inspections, and FAM trips where necessary.
  • Participate in relevant trade shows, networking events, and industry functions.
  • Customer presentations and training, online and in person.
  • Integrated collaborative approach working with all stakeholders.
  • Administration
  • Utilize CRM tools or filing systems to retain information and grow understanding and build upon the database.
  • Update/ Maintain all database/contact lists.
  • Prepare reports on competitors, trends and sales activities and monitor results monthly, as well as on request. Assist with preparing reports for the board.
For more information please contact:
Lara Wessels