Senior Sales Consultant – Cape Town, Western Cape

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Sales Consultant for a luxury safari lodge. This is an exciting opportunity for a sales professional with a strong background in luxury hospitality, safari tourism or the travel industry, who is passionate about building client relationships, driving revenue and promoting exceptional travel experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with travel agents, tour operators, corporate clients and other key industry partners.
  

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to increase sales and expand the client portfolio.
  

• Manage existing accounts, ensuring excellent service delivery and long-term client retention.
  

• Promote the lodge’s accommodation, facilities and unique safari experiences to prospective clients.
  

• Prepare and present proposals, quotations and tailored packages in line with client requirements.
  

• Negotiate rates, contracts and commercial agreements to achieve business objectives.
  

• Monitor sales performance, market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities for growth.
  

• Work closely with reservations, marketing and lodge operations teams to ensure a seamless guest experience.
  

• Represent the property at industry events, trade shows and client meetings where required.
  

• Maintain accurate sales records, prepare reports and contribute towards achieving revenue targets.
  

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a senior sales role within luxury hospitality, safari tourism or the travel industry.
  

• A strong understanding of the luxury safari market and its distribution channels.
  

• An established network of travel trade contacts would be highly advantageous.
  

• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
  

• Demonstrated ability to develop new business and maintain strong client relationships.
  

• Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to identify revenue opportunities and achieve sales targets.
  

• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities.
  

• Proficiency in relevant sales systems, CRM platforms and Microsoft Office.
  

• A professional, proactive and self-motivated approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  

Salary: R50,000 – R60,000 per month, depending on experience.

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape.

Property Type: Luxury Safari Lodge.

Interested candidates with the relevant experience and a proven track record in luxury hospitality sales are encouraged to submit their CV for consideration.