Sales Director

Description:

Travel Trade Sales Director, Cruising and Tour Operator, £Competitive + car/bonus, Remote with travel.  

Are you a commercially driven sales leader with a passion for travel and a proven track record of delivering growth?
We're looking for an experienced Trade Sales Director to lead a national sales team, drive revenue growth, and strengthen relationships across the UK travel trade. This is a high-profile leadership role where you'll shape sales strategy, develop key partnerships, and represent leading travel brands at industry events and conferences.

What You'll Do

Develop and deliver the UK sales strategy to achieve ambitious growth targets.

Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing sales team.

Build and strengthen relationships with travel agents, consortia, and key industry partners.

Identify new business opportunities and emerging market trends.

Oversee sales performance, budgets, promotional campaigns, and commercial agreements.

Act as a visible industry ambassador, representing the business across the travel sector.

What We're Looking For

Established sales leadership experience gained within the tour operating and/or cruise sectors.

Proven success in driving revenue growth and exceeding targets.

Strong understanding of the UK travel trade and distribution landscape.

Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Strategic mindset combined with a hands-on, results-focused approach.

Willingness to travel extensively across the UK and internationally.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a globally recognised travel business and play a key role in shaping its future growth and success.

What’s on Offer

A highly competitive salary depending on experience, to be discussed on application

Car Allowance (or company car)

Bonus

30 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Life Insurance, discounted travel

Ready to take your travel sales leadership career to the next level? We'd love to hear from you