Role Description
Avoya Travel is looking for a Brand Sales Specialist to drive growth for top travel brands while supporting a network of more than 2,200 Independent Advisors across the country. In this exciting role, you'll serve as a brand expert and trusted partner, helping advisors increase sales through training, coaching, webinars, and sales support. You'll build strong relationships with supplier partners, create engaging educational content, and develop strategies that drive bookings and revenue growth.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Revenue Growth & Sales Performance
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Drive revenue growth and increase booking conversion rates for an assigned portfolio of supplier brands.
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Improve conversion of Avoya Live Leads by equipping Independent Advisors with compelling offers, product expertise, and effective sales strategies.
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Analyze brand sales, lead volume, booking activity, and conversion performance to identify trends, opportunities, and barriers.
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Develop and present regular performance reports, forecasts, and actionable recommendations to leadership.
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Identify, implement, and recommend sales initiatives and best practices.
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Advisor Education & Sales Enablement
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Develop and deliver live webinars, virtual training(s), and on-demand educational content.
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Conduct one-on-one consultations and coaching sessions with Independent Advisors.
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Create and distribute clear, engaging advisor communications.
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Train advisors on the effective use of Agent Power and other sales tools.
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Contribute brand-specific content and insights to network-wide programs.
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Supplier Relationship Management
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Collaborate with Strategic Partnerships and Marketing teams to develop and execute campaigns.
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Provide feedback and recommendations on supplier marketing materials.
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Serve as a trusted brand advocate by communicating sales trends and market insights.
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Events & Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Represent assigned supplier brands at company-sponsored events.
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Partner with internal teams to ensure consistent brand messaging and advisor support.
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Support departmental initiatives, special projects, and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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Proven experience in sales, business development, account management, or supplier partnership management within the travel industry.
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Exceptional presentation and facilitation skills.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Solid knowledge of cruise, river cruise, and land vacation products.
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Ability to build trust and foster productive relationships.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Proficiency with CRM systems and sales enablement tools.
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Strong organizational and time management skills.
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Self-motivated and results-oriented.
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Strong computer systems skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Requirements
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A minimum of three (3) years of experience in sales, preferably with a host agency, travel agency, cruise line, tour operator, and/or other travel supplier.
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Associateβs degree in business, Marketing, Hospitality, or related field is preferred.
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Demonstrated record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
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Experienced in training, coaching, or presentation to a sales audience preferred.
Benefits
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Competitive pay and flexible schedules (in-office, hybrid, and remote).
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Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a wide range of ancillary coverages.
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401(k) with 4% employer match and immediate vesting.
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Travel discounts.
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For in-office or hybrid employees, casual dress code, stand-up desks, complimentary snacks and beverages, an employee arcade, and a wellness/relaxation room.