SALES MANAGER/ LONDON OR MANCHESTER / HYBRID/ £65,000-£75,000 PLUS UNCAPPED COMMISSION AND BENEFITS / PERMANENT POSITON About the Team / Role The Sales Manager at WEX International will proactively drive strategic new business development initiatives to achieve significant growth and market expansion within the EMEA travel vertical. This role is crucial for hitting sales targets and securing new revenue streams specifically from Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), Travel Management Companies (TMCs), and other travel intermediaries. What’s on Offer Highly competitive salary £65,000-£75,000 (dependant on experience) Uncapped Commission 40-hour week – Monday to Friday Hybrid working- from either our Manchester or London Bridge office Industry leading pension scheme Private Medical 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays – with the opportunity to purchase additional holidays Life assurance Income protection Gym Flex membership Discounts & perks platform Employee wellbeing How you’ll make an impact Develop and execute strategic business development plans to exceed regional sales targets and acquire new clients specifically within the OTA, TMC, and broader travel intermediary sectors. Proactively identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities to expand WEX International's market share within the travel vertical. Build and nurture a robust pipeline of potential clients, partners, and key decision-makers within the travel industry, converting prospects into loyal customers. Lead negotiations and close deals with travel sector clients, demonstrating strong commercial acumen to maximize profitability. Collaborate intensely with product, marketing, and operational teams to craft and deliver compelling, tailored payment solutions that win new business within the travel industry. Represent WEX International at key travel industry events, actively networking to generate leads and promote our solutions to potential clients. Consistently meet and exceed individual and team sales targets. Engage strategically with cross-functional teams to ensure all client needs are met, facilitating successful onboarding of new accounts in the travel sector. Contribute to mentoring and potentially scaling a high-performing business development team, fostering a sales-driven culture focused on the travel vertical. Experience you’ll bring Proven ability to translate sales strategies into actionable plans with a track record of successful execution within the travel industry. Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills with a strong focus on closing deals. Deep understanding of the payments industry, particularly within the EMEA region, with a specialized understanding of the travel vertical (OTAs, TMCs, travel intermediaries). Highly goal-oriented and results-driven, with an unwavering commitment to achieving and exceeding sales targets and business objectives. Demonstrated ability to drive substantial business growth in the EMEA region, specifically within the travel sector. Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field. Proven experience in business development or sales within the payments or financial services industry, with a strong emphasis on new client acquisition in the travel vertical (OTAs, TMCs, or travel intermediaries). Fluency in English is essential; additional European languages are a significant asset for market expansion. Willingness and ability to travel extensively throughout the EMEA region to secure new business within the travel sector. What’s Next? If you have the skills and passion to take on this Sales Manager we would love to hear from you. APPLY NOW for immediate consideration. Due to the volume of applications received, unfortunately it is not possible to respond to each one individually, applicants that are shortlisted will be contacted within one week of application We do not accept speculative CVs. Any CV received by WEX will be treated as a gift and eligible for an agency fee. PSL agencies should only send CVs if authorised to do so by the Talent Acquisition team. WEX is a global commerce platform that helps businesses solve for operational complexities like employee benefits, managing and mobilizing fleets, and streamlining payments. With over 6,500 employees, we work with large and small companies in more than 200 countries and territories, and can tailor our services to meet the unique needs of their businesses. We hire people who share our passion for continuous innovation and client service that is unparalleled in the industry. Offering comprehensive and market competitive benefits, our offerings are designed to support your personal and professional well-being. If you’re looking for a growing career - come be part of WEX today. To learn more about our employee benefits, please click here. WEX is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability or other protected status. WEX promotes a drug-free workplace. 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