Sales Manager – Marriott Bonvoy

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement effective sales strategies to increase bookings and revenue for Mapito Safari Camp.
  • Build, manage, and grow relationships with Destination Management
  • Companies (DMCs), tour operators, travel agents, and other key industry stakeholders.
  • Identify new business opportunities within the local and international leisure market.
  • Conduct regular sales calls, meetings, presentations, and site inspections for potential and existing partners.
  • Represent Mapito Safari Camp at trade shows, networking events, roadshows, and other industry events where appropriate.
  • Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations tailored to client needs and market segments.
  • Negotiate rates, contracts, and commercial agreements in line with company objectives.
  • Maintain a strong sales pipeline and ensure timely follow-up on all leads and opportunities.
  • Manage and continuously update the company’s sales database with a strategic and analytical approach.
  • Track market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to inform business development strategies.
  • Collaborate closely with reservations, marketing, operations, and camp management to ensure alignment between sales efforts and guest experience delivery.
  • Produce regular sales reports, forecasts, and performance updates for management.
  • Consistently achieve and exceed agreed sales targets and revenue goals.
Qualifications:
  • Minimum 3 years of proven sales experience within the DMC and leisure travel market in Arusha.
  • Degree/Diploma qualification would be advantageous.
  • Strong understanding of the Tanzanian tourism and hospitality industry.
  • Existing network of relevant trade partners, including DMCs, tour operators, and travel agents.
  • Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding sales targets.
  • Excellent presentation, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • Strong commercial awareness and strategic sales mindset.
  • Experience in database management, pipeline tracking, and account segmentation.
  • Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM/sales tracking tools.
  • Fluent in English; Kiswahili is an added advantage.
  • Valid driver’s license is an added advantage.

Job Details
Title: Sales Manager – Marriott Bonvoy
Type: Permanent
Location: Arusha
Category: Sales & Marketing