VP, Groups and Charters Travel / Tourism
Job Title:
VP, Groups and Charters Travel / Tourism
Job Location:
Relocation:
No
Position Level:
Vice President
Position Report To:
CEO
Position Responsibilities:
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Develop and execute an aggressive strategy for securing groups and full ship charters, aligned with Ponant’s growth objectives and deployments across the USA, Canada, and LATAM.
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Lead, mentor, and manage a high-performing sales team deployed to the Groups, Charters, and Affinity segment, setting clear goals and expectations as well as strategy for immediate growth with existing fleet deployments.
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Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities within the groups and charters vertical markets aligned to company objectives and deployments
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Build and maintain strong relationships with key industry stakeholders, including travel agents, corporate clients, and event planners.
Percent Travel:
50
Direct Reports:
Yes
Experience Required:
- 10+ years of experience, extensive network and existing book of business in the travel and cruise sectors
- Strong strategic thinking and business development skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and securing new business opportunities
- Ability to travel up to 50% of the time to meet customers and mentor the team
- Excellent communicationg and relationship-building skills
Education Required:
BS/BA
Other Remarks:
