Responsibilities

• Lead strategy, development, and implementation of integrated client marketing, travel trade, and PR programs
• Spearhead the build-out and oversight of trade relations strategies with tour operators, consortiums, travel agents, wholesalers, airlines, and other industry partners
• Direct and conduct high-level sales calls and training programs with tour operators and travel agents to maximize trade engagement
• Lead the development and implementation of annual sales and marketing plans with a strong focus on integration, conversion, and budget optimization
• Oversee on-and-offline trade and consumer marketing campaigns, including content, native, and digital OTA campaigns
• Steward campaign reporting with a rigorous focus on conversion metrics and ROI delivery
• Identify client challenges and critical areas for improved service delivery; provide proactive strategic counsel
• Develop and maintain senior-level client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact
• Supervise account teams and lead day-to-day account activities, including weekly internal planning meetings
• Monitor program timelines and client budgets to ensure maximum efficiency and profitability

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Tourism Management or a related field
• 6–9+ years of experience in travel, tourism, or lifestyle marketing, with direct client management experience
• High-level knowledge of travel trade channels and established industry contacts
• Demonstrated experience managing and overseeing integrated marketing budgets
• Strong understanding of the travel trade landscape and media relations
• Extensive knowledge of on-and-offline marketing channels within the tourism sector
• Solid understanding of digital advertising metrics, OTA campaigns, and conversion reporting
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills; proficient writer and editor
• Proven ability to think strategically about sales and marketing activities
• Superior people skills with the ability to lead, mentor, and inspire teams

Preferred

• Previous experience with international tourist boards or destination marketing organizations (DMOs)
• Deep understanding of travel distribution channels, including GDS, OTAs, and consortiums
• Experience developing and executing integrated sales and marketing campaigns across multiple disciplines
• Track record in digital media and consumer marketing campaigns for tourism clients
• Experience marketing long-haul destinations such as Africa, Latin America, the South Pacific, or Asia

Benefits

• MMGY Global provides a comprehensive PTO + benefits package inclusive of a hybrid telework policy.