Business Development Manager

Hyatt

. Represent and sell Travel Impressions, Apple Vacations, Funjet Vacations, United Vacations, and Blue Sky Tours to the travel agency community .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $76,100 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sales principles and methods, particularly in the travel industry, with a strong focus on relationship building and strategic partnerships. Proficient in analyzing data and trends to drive revenue growth and achieve sales targets while providing exceptional customer service.

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Travel Industry KnowledgeConsultative SalesNegotiation SkillsAnalytical SkillsCustomer Service Principles

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Hard Skills

Sales PrinciplesMarketing PrinciplesData InterpretationPivot TablesSales Reporting

Soft Skills

Judgment and Decision-MakingExcellent Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

VAX Booking PlatformReporting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Travel Agency CommunityStrategic AlliancesBrand LoyaltyIncremental RevenueCompetitive Marketplace Activity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Represent and sell Travel Impressions, Apple Vacations, Funjet Vacations, United Vacations, and Blue Sky Tours to the travel agency community
Develop and enhance agency relationships and mutually beneficial partnerships
Identify share-shift opportunities from competitors
Leverage preferred relationships and execute engagement plans to increase incremental revenue
Develop strategic alliances with travel agents and agencies
Gain revenue commitments for appropriate brands and execute implementation plans
Maintain engagement plans for top-tier accounts
Achieve sales targets by managing the territory and growing high-opportunity accounts
Respond to agent needs, resolve issues, and provide follow-up
Represent ALG Vacations at events, trade shows, meetings, FAM trips, supplier functions, and company/training events
Create brand loyalty through joint marketing plans, agency education, marketing tools, product differentiation, and value propositions
Use reporting tools to understand profitability, trends, and goal tracking
Promote distribution through the VAX booking platform
Document activities through sales reporting tools
Monitor competitive marketplace activity and provide feedback

Requirements

What you’ll need

Travel industry knowledge or experience preferred, but other candidates with transferable sales backgrounds will be considered
Must be based within the MN or IA territory (work from home based)
Able to travel up to 70% of the time
Travel by plane and car is required depending on client opportunity
Knowledge of customer service principles and processes
Knowledge of marketing principles and methods
Knowledge of sales principles and methods, ideally consultative sales
Negotiation skills
Judgment and decision-making skills
Analytical skills and ability to interpret reports and data
Knowledge of pivot tables is a plus
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; or three or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Must pass pre-employment background checks
Must work in a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace

Benefits

Comp & perks

Travel Perks and Benefits for both ALG Vacations and Hyatt
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Basic Life Insurance
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Corporate Wellness Program
Travel Discounts & Deals
Paid Time Off & Holidays
401(k) Plan with Company Match