About the Role
1860 Travels Limited is a fully registered and accredited Nigerian travel company and a proud member of NANTA. We are currently looking for a driven and results-oriented Travel Sales Officer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in growing our business by converting inquiries into successful bookings, offering expert travel consultation, and building lasting client relationships. If you possess a passion for travel, exceptional closing skills, and a strong customer-first mentality, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities- Respond promptly to travel inquiries across phone, email, WhatsApp, and social media channels.
- Convert incoming leads into confirmed bookings for flights, hotels, tours, and holiday packages.
- Prepare detailed travel quotations, customized itineraries, and comprehensive proposals.
- Advise clients accurately on visa requirements, travel regulations, and destination information.
- Follow up consistently on pending payments and booking confirmations to secure sales.
- Build and maintain strong, loyal customer relationships to encourage repeat business.
- Achieve and exceed assigned sales targets and monthly revenue goals.
- Coordinate seamlessly with the operations team to ensure flawless service delivery.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date sales and customer records in the system.
- Bachelor Degree or HND in Marketing, Business Administration, Travel and Tourism, or a related field.
- Minimum of 1 to 3 years of proven experience in travel agency sales, airline sales, or corporate travel.
- Demonstrated ability in sales, negotiation, lead conversion, and customer service.
- Proficiency in flight booking processes, travel tools, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Exceptional communication skills and the ability to thrive under pressure while meeting targets.
- Competitive salary with attractive performance-based commission structures.
- Opportunity for career growth within a reputable, NANTA-certified travel organization.
- Dynamic, supportive, and professional working environment in Nigeria.