Looking for a Groups and Incentives Sales Manager who has an enquiring mind, be methodical, pay attention to detail, be creative, and show perseverance and patience. Who also has the ability to accept routine and mundane tasks, have high energy level, be flexible, and have the ability to overcome obstacles and persist with the task at hand, be decisive and adaptable

Knowledge, qualifications and skills:
Extensive knowledge of Tourplan, alternatively, another reservations system
In-depth geographical, logistical and product knowledge of South, Southern and East Africa
Previous management and/or supervisory experience
Extensive sales experience in the groups and incentives area of the market
4 - 5 years management or supervisory experience in the hospitality/tourism industry (inbound tour operating)
Minimum of 7 years inbound experience at a senior level in the hospitality/tourism industry
Good understanding of terms and conditions, product knowledge, general knowledge, third party and Product destinations
Understanding of travel industry channels
E-commerce (Booking platforms e.g. Take a lot)
Social Media Platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Trip Advisor)
Excellent computer skills including: Tourplan advantageous , ESS is essential , GIS, WETU, Maximizer
MS Office applications such as Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint and Outlook
Other related systems such as the Availability and Web Reporting Portal
Negotiation skills
Experiential Creativity (Crafting Experiences)
Yielding
Guest/Client Delight
Financial analysis, modelling and management