Business Development Manager

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Drive growth in Kensington's corporate travel division by identifying and converting prospects into long-term clients across North America.

Kensington delivers the world’s most personal travel experiences. We bring to life each client’s desire to travel in a way that’s tailored specifically for them, in the company of local private guides who ensure that they enjoy the authentic best of their destination. The result is a unique journey rich in memories that last a lifetime.

We achieve this because of our extraordinary people, experts with deep knowledge of their destinations. For over 120 countries worldwide, and across each of our brands – Tours, Cruises, Villas, Yachts, Jets, and Air.

To learn more about Kensington, visit kensingtontours.com.

Are you a sales hunter with a passion for building relationships and closing deals? Kensington is looking for a Business Development Manager to drive growth in our corporate travel division. Your sales area being all of North America, you will focus on mid-market to enterprise clients. 

 

As a BDM, you will: 

  • Own and grow your sales pipeline, presenting results to leadership. 
  • Identify, pursue, and convert new prospects into long-term clients. 
  • Participate in monthly and annual planning sessions to establish and achieve long-term objectives. 
  • Attend joint client appointments and collaborate with team members. 
  • Demonstrate a winning, growth-oriented attitude in all aspects of the role. 
  • Commit to personal and professional development to consistently improve performance. 
  • Consistently hit and exceed KPIs while contributing to a winning culture. 
  • Collaborate with Operations, Implementation and Customer Success teams to ensure seamless client experiences 
  • Hold yourself accountable to meeting and exceeding annual revenue and client acquisition targets 
  • Uphold our values of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. 
  • Adhere to company Rules of Engagement. 
  • Identify, pursue, and convert new prospects into long-term corporate travel clients. 

 

What We’re Looking For: 

  • 5+ years of B2B sales experience with a proven track record of exceeding targets. 
  • Experience managing complex sales cycles and multiple stakeholders (an asset). 
  • Ability to organize, plan, and prioritize effectively. 
  • Proficiency with HubSpot, Outreach, and Microsoft Office Suite. 
  • Strong negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills with C-level prospects. 
  • A goal-driven, results-oriented mindset with the ability to thrive independently and in a team. 
  • Ability to travel between Canada and the USA 
  • Travel industry experience preferred but not required. 

 

What We Offer: 

  • Competitive base salary + performance incentives. 
  • Recognition programs and career growth opportunities. 
  • A supportive, collaborative company culture. 
  • Access to numerous industry perks 
  • Flexible work environment 
  • Remote or hybrid role available for the right candidate 
  • Paid benefits 

 

We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any stage of our hiring process, please advise us when completing your application.

We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any stage of our hiring process, please advise us when completing your application.

We thank all candidates for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work environment.
  • Health Insurance: Paid benefits.
  • Industry perks: Access to numerous industry perks.
  • Remote-Friendly: Remote or hybrid role available for the right candidate.

  Join the Kensington Team We're changing what it means to see the world - because at Kensington we believe that the best travel experiences aren't one size fits all. They're personally crafted around each of our clients' needs and interests, and they're privately guided by local experts. To achieve this takes incredible passion, hard work, and a commitment to excellence. If you're excited about the possibilities of travel and want to be part of a leader in the industry, we look forward to hearing from you. The Kensington Difference Kensington offers personalized, private-guided journeys in more than 100 countries worldwide. By combining passionate, experienced talent with industry-leading technology, we have become the premier provider of unforgettable, one-of-a-kind travel experiences. To create unforgettable and truly unique travel experiences we rely on four essential principles:  •  Personalized journeys designed uniquely for our clients •  Expert planning by people who care and have deep in-country knowledge
 •  Private local guides to deliver personal attention and authentic experiences
 •  Unbeatable 24/7 support    

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