Private Safaris Sales and Marketing Executive Job in Kenya

Private Safaris (E.A) Ltd is part of Kuoni travel group. It is one of the leading and most reliable Destination Management Company in East Africa.

With over 50’000 guests per year and its own fleet of buses and Safari vehicles, Private Safaris (E.A) Ltd leads the way in standards within Eastern Africa.

To strengthen our team, we are now seeking a qualified person to fill the following position:

Sales and Marketing Executive

Job Summary

Reporting to the Head of Sales and Marketing, the holder of this position will manage client relationships, coordinate communication with partners, and act as the first contact for new and emerging business prospects.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities will include:
  • Managing new business leads as the first contact for new and emerging markets.
  • Developing new product offers and costing for leisure and corporate clientele.
  • Maintain cordial business relationships with agents, clients and partners.
  • Prepare and submit monthly reports on set deadlines.
  • Conduct market intelligence on a continuous basis and update the management.
  • Ensure effective link between Sales & Marketing and other departments.
  • Preparation of the company monthly newsletter
  • Coordinating various marketing activities and materials for trade fairs, road shows and sales meetings.
Minimum Job specifications:
  • A degree or diploma holder in Sales & Marketing and Tourism.
  • Minimum 8 years working experience in the Tourism industry, preferable the last 3 years in Sales and marketing.
  • Able to exceed customer expectations with product knowledge & expertise.
  • Self-motivated, confident, team player, energetic with excellent negotiation, Communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Able to work under pressure and with minimal or no supervision.
  • Knowledge and experience of Tour Plan System and key foreign international language(s) will be an added advantage.
If you believe you are the right candidate and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria given above please submit your application with a detailed curriculum vitae stating your current position, Names of three referees, telephone contact and email address to:

http://www.privatesafaris.co.ke/jobs.asp

or

Human Resources Manager
Private Safaris (E.A) Ltd
P.O Box 16913, 00620
Muthaiga, Nairobi.
To be received not later than May 11, 2011.

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