Key Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Develop and implement a sales and marketing plan for the assigned GCC territories in collaboration with company management.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with travel agencies, tour operators, and key trade partners across the GCC region.
• Conduct regular visits to the GCC region for sales meetings, training sessions, and participation in trade shows or promotional events.
• Provide daily support to travel agents from Cyprus, including handling bookings, resolving operational issues, and ensuring high levels of service.
• Manage digital communications and content, including:
• Updating the company website with new cruise products, offers, and news.
• Coordinating and creating social media content to promote the cruise line and engage travel trade audiences.
• Preparing and distributing regular newsletters and marketing emails to travel agents and partners.
• Liaise with the cruise line’s regional and head office teams to ensure alignment on sales initiatives, promotions, and content.
• Monitor sales performance, market trends, and competitor activities to identify opportunities for growth.
• Prepare business reports and market feedback for management.
• Collaborate with internal teams on promotional campaigns and events.

Key Skills/Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Tourism Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in sales, business development, or account management within the travel and tourism (preferably in the cruise industry).
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools, social media management, or content creation for travel audiences.
• Knowledge of the GCC travel and cruise markets is a strong advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve sales targets and develop successful partnerships.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational ability and attention to detail.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently within the GCC region.
• Fluency in English (Arabic is an advantage).
• Proficiency in MS Office, web-based tools, and reservation or CRM systems preferred.

Key Benefits: 

• A competitive remuneration package, based on qualifications and experience.
• Continuous training and professional development.
• Hybrid work and flexibility to work from any of the company’s offices in Cyprus after initial training.
• The opportunity to represent a world-class cruise brand and contribute directly to its growth in the GCC region.

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