Company Overview
Brightsun Travel is a leading travel services provider specializing in flights, hotels, tours, travel insurance, car hire, and more within the market. With over 60 strategic partnerships with major global airlines, the company serves both B2B and B2C clients through its extensive network of offices across multiple locations. Recognized as one of the top travel and tour operators in the region, Brightsun Travel has earned accolades for its innovative approach and commitment to excellence.
Join us to be part of a dynamic team committed to redefining travel experiences through innovative partnerships. We value energetic professionals who thrive on building meaningful relationships that drive mutual success!
Job Purpose
We are seeking a dynamic Travel Trade Partnerships Manager to drive growth through strategic B2B supplier relationships. You will manage, expand, and optimize our network of travel agents, tour operators, and industry partners. This role requires a commercial mindset and a proven track record of delivering revenue through trade channels.
Key Responsibilities
- Relationship Management: Nurture and expand relationships with key travel trade accounts, agents, and operators.
- Strategic Growth: Identify and secure new B2B partnership opportunities to increase market share.
- Contracting & Negotiation: Negotiate commercial agreements, commission structures, and marketing overrides.
- Product Training: Deliver engaging presentations and training sessions to partners to maximize product knowledge.
- Marketing Collaboration: Coordinate joint marketing campaigns and attend key industry events, trade shows, and fam trips.
- Performance Tracking: Monitor sales data, analyze trends, and report on ROI from trade partnerships.
Requirements
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of professional experience specifically within the travel industry.
- Track Record: Proven success in B2B account management, trade sales, or partnership development.
- Network: Existing, strong network of contacts within the travel trade ecosystem is highly desirable.
- Skills: Exceptional negotiation, communication, and relationship-building abilities.
- Mobility: Willingness to travel for partner meetings, industry events, and trade shows.
Benefits
- Competitive salary up to £40,000
- Holiday allowance, 20 days holiday + bank holidays and opportunities to attend exclusive familiarisation trips
- Travel discounts and industry perks
- Pension scheme and healthcare benefits
Applications to [email protected].
Pay: Up to £40,000.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Fulham SW6
