Senior Incentive Account Manager - Cape Town

Leading Inbound DMC offering and involved in providing a wide range of services across a broad spectrum of tourism is looking for a Senior Incentive Account Manager.
Responsibilities:
Design programmes for existing and new clients
In constant contact with clients and agencies
Ensure and maintain good relations with clients and agencies
Brainstorm ideas based on given briefs and budgets
Complete cost analysis's, grids, detailed proposals and PowerPoint presentations
Travel onsite inspections or programmes (on average 1 week in every 4 weeks during season)
Compile and book all services based on itineraries
Source relevant information in terms of room-gifts, amendments, re-costs and additions
Travel with groups and assist with on-site coordination
Ensure contracts are drawn up between the company and client
Ensure invoices are sent to clients and ensure timeous payments are made to Green Route Africa
Ensure payments are made timeously to suppliers
Responsible for final invoicing and reconciliation
Maintain and increase gross profits on programmes
Attend all weekly and status meetings
Requirements:
Degree or Diploma in Travel & Tourism
Driver's License
A minimum of 7+ years' experience in a Tourism account management role – specializing in Incentive Inbound Tourism
Knowledge of
Southern Africa,
specifically Cape Town, Sun City, the bush (Kruger & Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve) and Zambia
Knowledge of Botswana, Mozambique, Kenya & Tanzania an added advantage
Knowledge and experience in MS Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word)
European language an advantage
Must be highly organised, energetic, well versed in the world affairs