Marketing and Sales

Southwind Adventures specializes in nature, cultural and adventure tours throughout Latin America in the Ecotourism/adventure travel field with over 3 decades of quality service. We are a well-known custom travel designer promoting first-class and luxury trips with expansion plans for Antarctica. Southwind is a recognized operator in the Ecotourism/adventure travel field with 33 years of quality service. We are looking for a person who knows and loves Latin America and is interested in a permanent position with a desire to grow with our organization.

Job Description: We are seeking a personable, organized, and experienced marketing & sales professional currently residing in Latin America or in USA (Colorado or Florida is preferred), to join our team of travel specialists who enjoy sharing the wonders of Central & South America with our discerning and adventurous clientele. The goal is to support Southwind’s sales efforts through upscale market presence and industry-wide recognition with outreach and online marketing, media relations and alumni referrals. The virtual position entails development, coordination, and successful execution of marketing strategies besides building long-term media and client relationships. Responsibilities also include tour consulting, sales and customer service, answering trip requests, coordinating private itineraries, follow-up with prospects, personal presentations and trade shows, sales literature updates, blog and newsletters writing, managing guest files, professional and timely client correspondence, troubleshooting unexpected issues and trip evaluation.

Requirements:

  • College degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Hospitality, Public Relations, or related field.
  • Must have a minimum of 4-5 years of recent and successful marketing & sales experience in similar positions preferable with US & Canada clientele in the adventure, ecotourism or luxury field.
  • Advanced computer skills with a proficiency in Windows-based applications (Word, Outlook, etc.).
  • Experience with database management, cloud-based content management & collaboration such as Box & inventory management software.
  • Experience working with upscale clientele, private clubs, groups or travel agencies a plus.
  • Well organized, accurate with numbers & strict attention to detail.
  • Ability to prioritize & meet multiple deadlines under pressure.
  • Excellent written & verbal communication skills. English as a first language.
  • Motivated, self-starter, outgoing, goal & service oriented.
  • Enthusiastic & friendly personality with a high energy level.
  • Must have lived or traveled extensively in Latin America. Spanish or Portuguese language a plus!
  • Nature & outdoor oriented (hiking, camping, rafting, biking, horseback riding, photography, etc.).

Benefits:

  • Virtual workplace with the flexibility to work online
  • Travel to South or Central America for periods up to 3 weeks, once or twice per year
  • 1 week of paid vacation during the first year increasing with longevity at Southwind
  • Health reimbursement program
  • Optional retirement plan available from the second year
  • Ability to gain knowledge about the expanding Travel industry
  • Hours & Salary: Minimum 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm preferred.
    Salary, commissions and other benefits are negotiable. This is a results-driven position for self-confident and experienced professionals. A contract-basis or part-time marketing position could be considered.

How to apply:

IF REQUIREMENTS ARE MET, submit confidential resume and cover letter to the address below, explaining why you would like to work with Southwind and how you might benefit our company. Contact: Luis Felipa, Director of Operations & Owner, luis@southwindadventures.com Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2024.

Note: Southwind does not offer tour leader or guiding positions. We will communicate only with applicants that meet the listed requirements.

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