Travel Sales Executive
Company: SWING Golf Ireland based in Tralee, Co Kerry
Role Overview:
We are looking for a motivated and personable Sales Executive to join our golf travel team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for golf and travel, strong sales acumen, and excellent communication skills with a desire to create customer satisfaction. This role involves managing client relationships, designing desired custom travel packages, and closing sales to meet business targets that deliver memorable experiences
Key Responsibilities:
* Respond to inbound inquiries (phone, email, web) from international clients, primarily from the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia.
* Design and sell bespoke golf travel packages featuring Ireland's top golf courses, luxury accommodations, and cultural experiences.
* Build strong relationships with individual travellers, groups, and corporate clients.
* Work closely with local suppliers (hotels, golf clubs, transport providers) to confirm and manage bookings.
* Maintain accurate records of quotes, sales, client communication, and itineraries in the CRM system.
* Provide pre-trip advice and support to clients to ensure seamless travel experiences.
* Stay up to date with product knowledge and developments in the Irish golf and tourism industry.
Requirements:
* Minimum 2-3 years' experience in travel sales, ideally with inbound tourism or golf-related travel.
* Knowledge of Ireland's geography, golf courses, and high-end travel options.
* Must have fluent English with strong communication and interpersonal skills combined with a consultative sales approach.
* Experience using CRM and booking systems and proficiency in Microsoft products (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
* Highly organized with strong administration skills and the ability to manage multiple client itineraries and timelines.
* A passion for golf and/or deep appreciation for Ireland as a destination.
* Familiarity with international travel markets (golf a plus) especially North America is a plus.
* Competitive based salary + benefits depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From €36,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Tralee, County Kerry: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* Do you have a passion or strong interest in tourism?
Education:
* Advanced/Higher Certificate (required)
Experience:
* Travel Sales: 2 years (required)
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person