We are looking for a Business Development Executive for our sales team. Kindly apply if the following responsibilities suit you:

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and maintain solid relationships with travel agents, tour operators, DMCs and other relevant travel partners.
- Regularly visit travel agencies and conduct sales calls, meetings and product presentations.
- Promote Forsyth Lodge, its accommodation, experiences, safari offerings, packages and USPs to the travel trade.
- Identify new travel trade partners and business opportunities across assigned markets.
- Generate leads and convert travel trade enquiries into bookings and revenue.
- Maintain regular follow-ups with existing and prospective travel partners.
- Build and maintain a strong network of key travel industry contacts.
- Represent Forsyth Lodge at travel trade shows, exhibitions, roadshows, workshops, networking events and other relevant industry events.
- Research and identify trade shows and events that are relevant to luxury hospitality, wildlife tourism and experiential travel.
- Coordinate with the internal sales and reservations teams for enquiries, proposals and conversions.
- Maintain accurate records of meetings, leads, follow-ups and business opportunities through CRM/sales reports.
- Provide regular updates on market visits, meetings, leads and business generated.




- Gather market intelligence on competitors, travel trends, pricing and customer preferences.
- Share feedback from the travel trade with the management team to help improve sales and market positioning.
- Stay updated on Forsyth Lodge's rates, offers, experiences and product developments.
- Travel extensively as required for market visits, meetings, trade shows and other business development activities.
- Visit Forsyth Lodge periodically for product familiarisation and training.

Experience & Qualifications

- Experience in hospitality, travel, tourism, luxury hotels, wildlife tourism, DMCs or travel trade sales will be preferred but is not mandatory.
- Prior experience working with travel agents or tour operators will be an added advantage.
- Knowledge of travel trade events, exhibitions and industry networking platforms will be an advantage.
- Candidates with strong communication skills, a sales mindset and the right personality are encouraged to apply even without prior hospitality experience.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys travelling, meeting people, building relationships and representing a premium hospitality brand in the market. Website: www.forsythlodge.com

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📌 Business Development Executive (Mumbai)
🏢 Forsyth Lodge
📍 Mumbai