Business Development Manager

Overview

DO WHAT YOU LOVE! Unique Vacations, Inc.

-- an affiliate of the worldwide representative for Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts -- is seeking a forward-thinking Business Development Manager to join its remarkable Frisco, TX on the Western team.

WHO ARE WE?
Unique Vacations, Inc. is an affiliate of the worldwide representative of Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts
. We provide exclusive, marketing, public relations, advertising, promotions, and creative services to showcase the Luxury Included experience, which guests have come to adore for 40 years and counting for Sandals & Beaches Resorts.

You can learn more about the brands we represent by visiting  and

We are ever-dedicated to our customers, vendors, and our most precious commodity -- our TEAM! At Unique Vacations, Inc. we know our company is most powerful when everyone can make their mark.
When you do what you love, you will be empowered to create the future that you want!

Apply, Create, Impact

If you’re ready to make an impact on one of the world’s most renowned hospitality brands, we invite you to apply for the Business Development Manager via our career portal:

We are looking for individuals with forward thinking mindsets that will bring us to the next level. At Unique Vacations, Inc. we feel that a company is most powerful when everyone can make their mark. When you do what you love, you will be empowered to create the future that you want.

• Business Development Managers must impact the number of clients booking Sandals and Beaches, by servicing, educating, and building relationships in a proactive, professional manner within your assigned territory at the Travel Agent, Tour Operator, and Tourist Board levels.
• Grow new business by helping travel agencies develop marketing plans and reach booking goals via utilization of the vast tools available through the Certified & Preferred Sandals Agency Programs.
• The position requires an outgoing, positive, professional attitude, strong communication and time management skills, teamwork, and the ability to work evenings and weekends. Job requires extensive travel and a major commitment.
• Business Development Managers are required to have a level of computer proficiency that will allow them to navigate the internet, communicate via e-mail, operate a laptop computer, conduct presentations using PowerPoint, manipulate Excel spreadsheets, and prepare documents using a word processor. In addition, Business Development Managers are expected to speak in public and prepare presentations for travel agencies.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication and presentation skills for communicating with both internal and external customers.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and prioritize workload to meet deadlines. Ability to work under stressful situations and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Ability to work well with little to no supervision.
• Ability to work within a team setting. Ability to multi-task and shift direction quickly.
• Ability to travel internationally as well as domestic and maintain proper and up-to-date documentation.
• To effectively communicate with a variety of people including members of management, senior management, product management, support and development teams are required.
• Must also be willing to have image captured for Sales & Marketing purposes.

For most of the locations a wrapped company car will not be readily available. However, we will extend a monthly car-allowance for the use of your personal vehicle. Typically, a Company Vehicle may take up to 6 months to receive.

The car allowance is given to assist with the cost of gas, insurance, wear & tear and maintenance of your personal vehicle.

We also ask that the candidate have a personal credit card, which will be needed for business expenses (expenses will be reimbursed by the company within 2 weeks).

To be successful in this position requires a huge commitment. There will be many overnights stays within your region. The BDM position is for the Sales & Marketing expert, that isn't afraid of hard work, teamwork and being a motivator and support for the area accounts…