About DealsAway.com

DealsAway.com is a fast-growing online travel startup offering incredible holiday packages at unbeatable prices. Backed by Global Work & Travel, we’ve already achieved break-even and are now scaling to become a major player in the travel industry. To support our growth, we’re building out a high-performing sales team - starting with a driven Sales Team Manager to lead from the front at our new Melbourne CBD office.

The Role

We’re looking for a Sales Team Manager who can drive sales while building a team beneath them. For the first month, you’ll be on the front lines, converting inbound leads into bookings and fine-tuning our sales processes. As we simultaneously on-board your first sales reps, you’ll transition into a leadership role, managing and developing the team to maximize performance.

This is a high-impact role in a fast-growing travel startup, perfect for someone eager to take ownership, grow a team, and step into a managerial position at a young company with plenty of future opportunity.

What You’ll Do

• Convert inbound leads into bookings via phone, live chat, and email (Month 1).
• Set the standard for sales performance and establish best practices.
• Hire, train, and mentor new sales reps as the team expands.
• Track and analyze sales performance, identifying areas for improvement.
• Work closely with marketing to improve lead quality and conversion rates.
• Develop and refine sales scripts, objection handling, and follow-up strategies.
• Transition into a full leadership role, moving away from day-to-day sales as the team grows. (Month 2+)

Who You Are

• 3+ years in sales (travel industry preferred, or experience selling high-ticket products).
• Proven closer with a track record of converting inbound leads into sales.
• Leadership experience - you’ve led a phone-based sales team before.
• Data-driven & process-oriented, with strong analytical skills.
• Resilient & proactive - you take ownership and make things happen.
• Strong communicator who can build trust with customers and colleagues.
• Experience with CRM systems, sales automation, and reporting tools.
• Have a passion for travel, strong geography knowledge and experience with B2C.

Why Join Us?

✔️ A fast-growing travel startup with strong financial foundations.
✔️ Immediate sales impact while quickly growing into a leadership role.
✔️ Autonomy & ownership - you’ll shape the sales team and strategy.
✔️ Work closely with the founders & leadership team in Melbourne & Gold Coast.
✔️ Travel industry perks & discounts.
✔️ Competitive salary with commission & leadership bonuses as you grow, including profit-sharing.

Salary & Incentives

💰 Competitive base salary: AU$80,000 – AU$100,000 + commission & performance bonuses. $120K OTE

To apply for this role, please submit your cover letter & resume today.

Learn more about us at DealsAway.com