Hybrid
Remote
Financial
himalayas
About this role
We are seeking a Group Sales Manager- Travel Industry (Massachusetts-REMOTE) for a full time and direct hire role for one of our amazing partners in the travel & tour industry. This role is remote, but you MUST be living in the United States and specifically in Massachusetts. You MUST be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder.
This role does NOT offer sponsorship, it's NOT a consulting role, and we do NOT work with 3rd parties!We're seeking an ambitious Business Development Manager who will drive growth through strategic partnerships. You will expand and manage a designated territory by developing relationships with organizations that offer travel opportunities to their members.
This role is ideal for a consultative sales professional who enjoys building partnerships, generating new business, and helping groups create memorable travel experiences.
Responsibilities: Develop and execute a territory growth strategy focused on affinity and group travel partnerships. Identify, prospect, and secure new organizational partners. Build long-term relationships with group leaders, decision-makers, and program coordinators. Conduct presentations and informational meetings for prospective partners and travelers.
Collaborate with partners to market and promote travel programs effectively. Travel regularly within the territory to meet clients, attend events, and strengthen partnerships.
You will target partner organizations, such as Alumni and educational associations, Community and civic groups, Financial institutions and banks, Media companies and newspaper organizations, Senior travel clubs and special-interest groups, and Travel agencies and tour-related businesses.
Requirements:
Proven success in business development, outside sales, or relationship-based selling in the travel industry. Experience selling to affinity groups is highly desirable. Strong networking, communication, and presen
Commission Structure
Base Salary
Not disclosed — ask in interview
Commission
Structure not specified
OTE
$,
Ramp Period
Not mentioned — clarify timeline
Selling Motion
Prospecting
Channel / Partner
Sell through partners, resellers, or alliances
Buyer Persona
Manager-Level
Departmental buyers and team leads
Requirements at a Glance
Typical Day — Sales Manager
Estimates based on role type and selling motion — actual may vary by company.
Role Signals
Green Flags
Location flexibility
Financial Services — Interview Intel
Typical Sales Cycle
3–6 months (Retail) · 6–18 months (Institutional)
Common Buyer Objections
- "Regulatory concerns — need compliance approval"
- "We already have a vendor for this"
- "Need to see 3-year track record"
- "Committee-based decision — multiple approvers"
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Trust-building is paramount — prospects need confidence in your expertise.
This remote-friendly role provides geographic flexibility while maintaining access to a financial services market.
The compensation range of $65k–$75k OTE suggests a standard package for this market segment.
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