Position Title:
Senior Sales Executive – Travel & Tourism Experience (Arabic Only)
Location: Abu Dhabi
Job Overview:
The Senior Sales Executive will play a key role in driving the company’s growth within the travel and tourism sector. The position demands a proactive sales professional with strong knowledge of Amadeus Global Distribution System (GDS) and extensive hands-on experience in travel products, airline bookings, tour operations, and customer relationship management.
The ideal candidate must possess excellent Arabic and English communication skills and demonstrate a deep understanding of the travel industry, including leisure, corporate, and group travel segments.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Sales & Business Development:
- Develop and execute comprehensive sales plans to achieve individual and departmental revenue targets.
- Identify potential business opportunities, including corporate accounts, government clients, and travel agents.
- Present and promote travel packages, airline deals, hotel arrangements, and tourism services to clients.
- Generate new leads and maintain a strong sales pipeline through cold calls, referrals, and networking.
- Conduct sales visits and presentations to strengthen client relationships and close business deals.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and commission structures with travel partners and corporate clients.
Amadeus & Travel Operations:
- Manage airline bookings, reservations, ticketing, re-issuance, and refunds using Amadeus GDS.
- Handle PNR creation, fare construction, ticket issuance, and exchange processes accurately.
- Monitor fare rules, schedule changes, and flight disruptions to ensure timely updates to clients.
- Use Amadeus to search, compare, and book flights, hotels, car rentals, and ancillary travel services.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of airline policies, IATA procedures, and travel documentation requirements.
- Support the operations team by providing pricing and itinerary options based on Amadeus availability.
Client Relationship Management:
- Build long-term relationships with key clients to ensure customer loyalty and repeat business.
- Provide professional travel consultation and customized solutions for individual and group requirements.
- Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and special requests with efficiency and professionalism.
- Ensure client satisfaction through follow-ups, feedback collection, and continuous improvement.
Market Research & Strategic Planning:
- Analyze travel market trends, competitor strategies, and seasonal demand to identify new opportunities.
- Coordinate with marketing teams to design promotional campaigns for tour packages and destinations.
- Stay informed about emerging destinations, airline alliances, and global tourism developments.
Reporting & Administration:
- Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales performance reports for management review.
- Maintain accurate records of client interactions, contracts, and bookings in the company CRM.
- Support management in forecasting sales, budgeting, and strategic planning.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Travel & Tourism Management, Hospitality, or Business Administration.
- Minimum 4–6 years of experience in the travel and tourism industry, with at least 2 years in a senior sales role.
- Proficiency in Amadeus GDS is mandatory (knowledge of Galileo or Sabre is an added advantage).
- In-depth knowledge of airline ticketing, fare calculations, and IATA regulations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with fluency in Arabic and English.
- Strong presentation and negotiation skills with a proven record of closing sales.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software.
Core Competencies:
- Sales Strategy & Execution
- Amadeus Ticketing & Reservation
- Customer Service Excellence
- Corporate & Leisure Travel Solutions
- Negotiation & Persuasion Skills
- Market Awareness & Analysis
- Teamwork and Leadership
- Time Management & Organizational Skills
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive base salary with attractive sales incentives and commissions.
- Annual leave, health insurance, and travel benefits as per company policy.
- Continuous professional development and Amadeus training opportunities.
Job Type: Full-time