Location: Peru
Work Arrangement: Remote | Full-Time
Schedule: Primarily aligned with U.S. Eastern Time
Compensation: US$1,100 per month + progressive commissions from 5% to 10%
About VA Expeditions
VA Expeditions is a travel company specializing in designing and selling tailor-made journeys throughout South America for the U.S. market .
We are looking for an experienced Travel Sales Specialist with excellent English communication skills and strong knowledge of Peru who can manage the full sales cycle—from receiving a new lead through to converting and closing the booking.
We are looking for a consultative salesperson , not simply someone who responds to inquiries.
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 7 years of experience working with travel agencies, tour operators, DMCs, or inbound tourism companies.
- Proven experience selling FIT, tailor-made, private, or customized travel.
- Advanced English, both spoken and written, is essential.
- Ability to communicate naturally and professionally with U.S. travelers.
- Excellent knowledge of Peru as a travel destination.
- Knowledge of other South American destinations is highly desirable.
- Experience designing itineraries and preparing travel quotations.
- Strong ability to follow up on opportunities, handle objections, and close sales.
- Experience working with CRM systems.
- Self-motivated, organized, proactive, and results-oriented.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and convert inbound leads, primarily from the U.S. market.
- Communicate with prospective travelers by phone, email, video call, and other channels.
- Understand each client’s budget, interests, needs, and travel style.
- Design personalized travel itineraries.
- Prepare professional proposals and quotations.
- Consistently follow up on every sales opportunity.
- Handle objections and confidently move opportunities toward closing.
- Identify upselling opportunities that enhance both the client experience and booking value.
- Coordinate rates and services with DMCs