Travel Sales Manager

American Automobile Association
US - California - San Francisco
November 11, 2024

We call our club's vision, mission, values, and supporting pillars "Our House" because they are the foundation for all that we do. We're working to transform AAA for the next century with a mission to create Members for life by unleashing the innovative spirit of our Team Members.
Why Work For Us?
Great Pay - opportunity to participate in AAA discretionary annual incentive plan or other incentive plans depending upon position
401k Matching - $1 for $1 company match up to 6% of eligible earnings per pay period
Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, wellness program and more!
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off - Team Members accrue paid time off monthly. Depending on position, an additional 24 hours per year are earmarked for volunteer activities.
Collaborative Environment - AAA will value your contribution to providing exceptional service to our members
Free AAA Classic Membership
AAA Product Discounts
Tuition Reimbursement Program
At AAA, our Team Members strive to deliver amazing service and help our Members outsmart life's roadblocks. We believe everything you do outside of work adds to who you are at work.
JOB SUMMARY
Our Travel Sales Manager manages the travel function across various lines of business to increase travel sales revenue. Works closely with management to facilitate and drive Travel Sales. Manages the selling performance of Travel Counselors and establishes appropriate staffing levels for the assigned location. Resolves member issues. Works with Managers to oversee day-to-day performance of Counselors.
Travel Sales Managers (TSMs) will oversee a specific geographic region within the AAA Mountain West Group territory to include:
San Francisco, North Bay and the Peninsula. Substantial time will be spent in the field with their team as well as through business development in the communities in which they cover.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Drives travel sales revenue through management of team and relative goals
Coaching to achieve desired sales productivity and growth, as well as to overcome challenges
Analyzing sales and industry trends to capitalize on opportunities;
Executes on business line incentive programs and marketing campaigns to achieve sales and revenue goals;
Sets sales goals in conjunction with business line and holds team accountable for reaching goals;
Manages performance standards and goals, focusing on customer sales, customer satisfaction, reducing agent errors and ensuring compliance;
Strengthens employee and member relationships by resolving issues fairly within service parameters established by Travel Agency management
Works to identify process efficiencies in automation, reporting, policies, and procedures for reservation booking, report generation, and workflow management
Builds relationships with industry representatives, vendors, local community leaders, and travel professionals facilitate sales growth and improved value proposition for members
Understands industry trends and makes recommendations to senior management regarding marketing, products, member benefits etc
Keeps staff informed of industry changes, agency and Club changes, and vendor requirements
Establishes appropriate staffing levels for locations and remote teams; managing employment process including hiring, training, and motivating a driven, positive, and successful team and performance management
Works with Managers to oversee day-to-day performance of Counselors
Assists in development and execution of training and ensures that Club policies and procedures are followed
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Strong sales coaching skills
Driven people leader with effective coaching, organization, interpersonal, and communication (oral and written) skills
Strong negotiation and analytical skills
Proficient in customer issue resolution
Ability to work an extended hour schedule as necessitated by business need
Strong computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office applications or Google Suite equivalency
Ability to identify potential people-side risks and anticipated points of resistance, and develop specific plans to mitigate or address concerns
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree plus 5 years related travel experience OR High School diploma plus 9 years of travel sales & service experience
3+ years of supervisory/management experience Required
Valid Drivers License
We target between minimum and midpoint of the range, and all offers are subject to a fair pay analysis - Compensation Range:
Min:
$95,903.00 - Mid:
$119,984.00- Max:
$144,067.00
About Us Welcome to AAA Northern California, Nevada, and Utah, also serving Arizona, Alaska, Wyoming, and Montana.
We believe our team should make their mark:
over every mile and at every moment, we pride ourselves at helping our Members outsmart life's obstacles.
We are a not-for-profit, membership-based organization that has served our Members for over a century:
from our legendary roadside assistance and award-winning insurance products to free travel planning and new innovations.
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