Business Development Manager - Orlando

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 Orlando team.

Unique Vacations, Inc. provides exclusive marketing, public relations, advertising, promotions, and creative services to showcase the Luxury Included experience for Sandals & Beaches Resorts. Learn more at  and

We are dedicated to our customers, vendors, and our TEAM. When you do what you love, you will be empowered to create the future that you want. Apply, Create, Impact.

• Business Development Managers impact the number of clients booking Sandals and Beaches by servicing, educating, and building relationships in a proactive, professional manner within the 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 tools available through the Certified & Preferred Sandals Agency Programs.
• Demonstrate an outgoing, positive, professional attitude with strong communication and time management skills; work evenings and weekends as required. Travel extensively and commit to the role.
• Navigate the internet, communicate via e-mail, operate a laptop, deliver presentations using PowerPoint, manipulate Excel, and prepare documents using a word processor. Speak in public and prepare presentations for travel agencies.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication and presentation skills for internal and external customers.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, prioritize workload to meet deadlines, and maintain professionalism under pressure.
• Work well with little to no supervision and within a team setting; multi-task and adapt quickly to changes.
• Travel internationally and domestically with up-to-date documentation.
• Effectively communicate with management, product management, support, and development teams as needed.
• Willing to have an image captured for Sales & Marketing purposes.

Note:

For most locations, a wrapped company car is not readily available. A monthly car allowance is provided for the use of a personal vehicle, and a Company Vehicle may take up to 6 months to receive. The car allowance assists with gas, insurance, wear & tear, and maintenance. A personal credit card may be required for business expenses, with reimbursement within two weeks.

To be successful in this position requires a huge commitment, including multiple overnights within your region. The BDM role combines sales & marketing expertise with administrative duties.

• Ability to grow business and work under pressure.
• Ability to drive and/or travel away from home weekly and as needed.
• Willingness to work weekend events in the region and host trips to the Caribbean (nights & weekends involved).
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently from a home office without direct supervision.
• Strong prioritization, organization, and execution skills with flexibility to handle changes.
• Professionalism in social situations.
• Clear written and verbal communication, including public speaking, slide presentations, and webinars to large groups.
• High proficiency with email, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, Word, and social media platforms.
• Ability to manage administrative tasks while traveling overnight.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain relationships with accounts, peers, and clients.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and set up booth displays.
• Maintain an acceptable driving record and valid passport.

This role offers a base salary of $59,000 with an opportunity for incentives.

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Employer paid life insurance, STD, and LTD
• Sick days
• Vacation days
• 9 Holidays
• Tuition assistance
• Parental leave
• 401K plan with a company match

Additional perk:
After 6 months of continuous employment, you may visit the resorts we represent at a discounted rate.

Unique Vacations Inc. is an affiliate of the worldwide representative of Sandals and Beaches Resorts, exclusively providing marketing, public relations, advertising, promotions, and creative services to showcase the Luxury Included experience. Sandals Resorts offers 18 Luxury Included resorts on the Caribbean’s best beaches;
Beaches Resorts offers family-friendly locations in Jamaica and Turks & Caicos. We are headquartered in South Florida.

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