BDM - Tour Operator, Louisiana, Mississippi & Arkansas in Jackson, MS

Job title: BDM - Tour Operator, Louisiana, Mississippi & Arkansas in Jackson, MS at Travel Staff Company: Travel Staff Job description : Summary: Looking for a Business Development Manager based in Jackson, MS., Little Rock, AK, or Monroe, LA., to work with a very tenured sales team (+7 years on average), with great opportunity to earn a great income. This role would report to a Regional Sales Manager. Below is what we’re looking for in the ideal candidate: Must have proven Travel Industry Sales experience. Experienced BDM with a history of working for a Tour Operator selling Group Travel or selling directly to Affinity Groups. Someone who is familiar with worldwide guided tours (Europe, Asia, Africa, Cuba, Central & South America, Australia, New Zealand, USA & Canada) and have sold this type of product to groups. A BDM who has also sold European River Cruises and/or Small Ship Adventures. Ability to learn and work on new tech systems/CRM, as well as manage analytics and work with the Marketing Department. Someone who is autonomous and can work a list of prospects. Someone who can work with a growing inside support team to meet goals. A BDM who understands the demands of traveling, driving, working from the road and visiting clients within an assigned territory. Compensation: Our client treats their salespeople well, and we do not unfairly raise their sales goals (minimum sales threshold before they earn commission). First-year base salary is $75k Uncapped bonus commission based on revenue Additional incentives / commission for hitting specific targets for some products Significant part of the bonus paid quarterly Benefits: Health and Dental plans available with company coverage. Fidelity retirement plan available with company matching (in a couple years, likely moving to a 401k). Sick leave and Annual leave is flexible for sales team. 2 sales team trips per year, at least one international. (example: last year they went to Iceland, this year they’re going to Croatia. Professional growth: Experienced BDMs would be considered for future Regional Manager positions. Expected salary : $75000 - 80000 per year Location : Jackson, MS Job date : Wed, 09 Apr 2025 22:23:40 GMT Apply for the job now! Apply for this job