Wander

Business Development Representative - Demand Sales (Remote, US & Canada)

Canada

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Travel & HospitalityIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Salary: Not provided

Wander is transforming the travel industry by pioneering the "hotelification" of vacation rentals – merging the luxury of high-end hotels with the comfort of private vacation homes – and we're pulling customers from both markets. It’s an exciting time to join Wander, as we’re in a hypergrowth phase and actively hiring across nearly all departments. We’re hitting new milestones and breaking our own records month after month. Our expansion continues across the US, with recent moves into Canada, Mexico, and the Virgin Islands. Our mission is to take our verticalized travel experience guests love global with an end-to-end platform for trips, experiences, and concierge services.

Position Summary

We are seeking driven, results-oriented and consultative Business Development Representatives (BDRs) to join our rapidly expanding demand sales team. As a BDR at Wander, you will be on the front lines of our growth strategy, proactively engaging with potential travelers to secure bookings across our expanding portfolio of luxury vacation properties. This role is ideal for ambitious professionals who excel in a fast-paced environment, have a passion for exceptional travel experiences, and are motivated to help guests discover the perfect Wander destination.

Key Responsibilities

  • Proactively reach out to potential travelers and guests to drive bookings across our portfolio of luxury properties.
  • Identify and engage with high-value travelers through thoughtful, personalized outreach campaigns.
  • Conduct consultative conversations to understand travelers' needs and match them with ideal Wander experiences.
  • Meet or exceed monthly booking targets and GMV contribution goals.
  • Educate prospects on Wander’s unique value proposition and differentiators in the luxury travel market.
  • Follow up with leads from various marketing channels to maximize conversion rates.
  • Collaborate with Marketing and Concierge teams to refine targeting and enhance the guest journey.
  • Maintain accurate records of all sales activities and prospect interactions in our CRM system.
  • Stay current on property features, destination highlights, and seasonal promotions to effectively recommend experiences.
  • Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement of conversion strategies.

Qualifications

  • 1-3 years of client-centered sales experience preferred.
  • Extra credit if this experience is in hospitality, travel, luxury retail, or related customer-focused industries.
  • Proven track record of consistently meeting or exceeding targets/expectations.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport quickly over phone and email.
  • Strong consultative selling skills and ability to match customer needs with compelling solutions.
  • Passion for travel and personal experience with luxury hospitality.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while contributing to team goals.
  • Experience with CRM systems (Salesforce, HubSpot, etc.).
  • Bachelor’s degree

Application Instructions

Not provided

Skills

Proactive Outreach
Customer Engagement
Consultative Selling
Travel Industry Knowledge
Relationship Building
Target Achievement

Wander

Vacation home rentals with hotel amenities

About Wander

Wander.com offers vacation home rentals that come with hotel-grade amenities, catering to a wide range of travelers from casual vacationers to frequent visitors. The platform allows users to browse and book vacation homes through the Wander app, which features a diverse portfolio of properties in various scenic locations. Each rental is designed to provide an enhanced experience, including modern workstations, top-tier cleaning services, and 24/7 concierge support. What sets Wander apart from traditional vacation rental services is its focus on combining the comfort of a home with luxury hotel-like features. The company's goal is to create a relaxing and thoughtful vacation experience for its users, as evidenced by the positive feedback from over 212,603 app users who appreciate the service.

Austin, TexasHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$31.1MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Paid Vacation

Risks

High competition from startups using social media to capture market share.
Over-reliance on luxury market segment vulnerable to economic downturns.
Challenges in maintaining consistent standards across diverse property locations.

Differentiation

Wander offers hotel-grade amenities in vacation rentals, setting it apart from competitors.
The company integrates smart mattresses for personalized sleep experiences, enhancing guest satisfaction.
Wander's diverse property portfolio includes unique locations like Yellowstone Valley and Kauai Cliffs.

Upsides

$100M credit facility from Credit Suisse supports expansion and service enhancement.
Partnership with Once Upon A Coconut attracts health-conscious travelers with sustainable refreshments.
Social media marketing on TikTok and Instagram increases brand visibility among younger demographics.

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