Business Development Manager

Unique Vacations

. Service, educate, and build relationships with travel agents, tour operators, and tourist boards within the assigned territory .

Posted 11/7/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with travel agents and tour operators while effectively managing administrative tasks and business development activities. Proficient in utilizing marketing tools and conducting presentations to drive client bookings and support team objectives.

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Strong Communication SkillsBusiness DevelopmentPublic PresentationsTravel ManagementMarketing Expertise

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Hard Skills

Computer ProficiencyPowerPointExcelWordEmail ManagementSocial Media PlatformsPresentation SkillsAdministrative TasksRelationship BuildingEvent Hosting

Soft Skills

Time ManagementTeamworkSelf-MotivationMultitaskingProfessionalism

Industry Keywords

Travel AgentsTour OperatorsTourist BoardsSales & MarketingCaribbean TravelClient BookingMarketing PlansOvernight TravelWeekend EventsCollateral Setup

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Service, educate, and build relationships with travel agents, tour operators, and tourist boards within the assigned territory
Increase the number of clients booking Sandals and Beaches Resorts
Grow new business by helping travel agencies develop marketing plans and reach booking goals
Utilize tools available through the Certified & Preferred Sandals Agency Programs
Conduct presentations for travel agencies and speak publicly
Manage administrative tasks while traveling overnight
Support area accounts and fellow team members as a sales and marketing expert, motivator, and resource
Perform business development, marketing, and substantial administrative work
Drive or travel extensively, including frequent overnight stays within the region
Work weekend events and host trips to the Caribbean

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong communication and time management skills
Teamwork and ability to work evenings and weekends
Extensive travel, including international and domestic travel
Computer proficiency with internet, email, laptop computers, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and word-processing software
Ability to conduct public presentations, webinars, and presentations for travel agencies
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written communication, and presentation skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and prioritize workload to meet deadlines
Ability to work under stressful situations while maintaining a professional demeanor
Ability to work with little to no supervision and within a team setting
Ability to multitask and shift direction quickly
Ability to maintain current international travel documentation
Willingness to have image captured for Sales & Marketing purposes
Personal credit card required for business expenses
Ability to drive and/or travel away from home every week and extensively as needed
Ability to work weekend events and host trips to the Caribbean, including nights and weekends
Ability to self-motivate and work independently from a home office
Ability to prioritize, organize, and execute multiple activities while remaining flexible amid consistent changes
Ability to maintain professionalism in social situations
Proficiency with email, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, Word, and most social media platforms
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain relationships with accounts, peers, and clients
Ability to lift boxes of collateral weighing up to 50 lbs and set up booth displays
Acceptable driving record and valid passport

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health
Dental
Vision
Employer paid life insurance, STD, and LTD
Sick days
Vacation days
9 Holidays
Tuition assistance
Parental leave
401K plan with a generous company match
After 6 months of continuous employment, discounted visits to represented resorts
Monthly car allowance for use of a personal vehicle
Reimbursement of business expenses within 2 weeks