Direct Sales Manager

The Direct Sales Manager is responsible for developing new business opportunities and strengthening Kuoni Tumlare's commercial presence across the Benelux and UK region within the Meetings & Events segment.

Requirements

• Commercially minded and strongly sales-driven.
• Solid understanding of the Meetings & Events, travel, and hospitality industry.
• Strong existing professional network within both the Benelux and UK markets.
• Solid understanding of the business landscape and industry dynamics in both regions.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive and creative approach to business development.
• Ability to coordinate and manage tasks across multiple stakeholders.
• Strong technical skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF tools).
• Fluent in English; additional languages (Dutch or French) are an advantage.
• Highly organised, able to prioritise tasks and manage deadlines effectively.
• Resilient and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with international teams.
• Strong team spirit and ability to work within cross-functional structures.
• Experience in sales, business development, hospitality, or events is preferred.
• Comfortable working remotely with regular travel across Benelux and the UK.

Benefits

• Global Brand: Opportunity to work in an international environment spread across 33 countries and growing.
• Stability: 100 Years at the top of our field and still pushing into new territory.
• Progression: We reward high performers and look to promote key talent internally.
• Learning and Development opportunities for growth and Upskilling.
• A Supportive Management Culture and autonomous working environment.
• Company Wide Bonus Scheme.
• Dedicated Employee Engagement Activities.
• Flexible & Hybrid Working.
• Annual Awards and Recognition for high Performers.
• Friendly and Collaborative work environment.