Manager, Destination Development, Québec City

Quebec, QC, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 30, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 21, 2026

Original job description

A true business professional, relationship-driven, and commercially minded, the Manager, Destination Development – Québec City is responsible for building awareness, demand and long-term value for Cantrav by positioning the company as the trusted local expert within the meetings and events industry. The mission of this role is to generate sustainable, profitable business through strategic relationship building, destination advocacy, and disciplined sales execution. Through a strong referral network of industry partners, including hotels, venues, and Destination Marketing Organizations (DMO), the Manager positions Cantrav as the trusted local authority for DMC and Event Production services.

What You’ll Need

5+ years working in a sales or a business development role within the hotel, event or tourism industry
Background in destination management or proven, related experience
A demonstrated ability to drive sales and organizational growth
Highly organized, responsive and energetic
Self-starter, can effectively work independently, and is highly attuned to client needs
Experience giving formal presentations to key decision makers with the ability to properly articulate the message
Experience developing professional and productive business relationships through communication, collaboration, and negotiation
Strong written skills and professional communication ability
Proven ability to demonstrate high levels of accountability, tact, judgment and diplomacy
Foster and maintain regular and effective communications with Cantrav personnel, suppliers, external partners or stakeholders and contractors
Excellent knowledge of the tourism industry and tourism infrastructure in Québec City and the surrounding area
Excellent time management skills
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products, utilizing professional business practices

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Responsibilities

Build awareness, demand, and long-term value for Cantrav by positioning it as a trusted local expert in the meetings and events industry. Generate sustainable, profitable business through strategic relationships, destination advocacy, industry referrals, and disciplined sales execution.

Requirements

Requires at least five years of sales or business development experience in the hotel, event, or tourism industry, along with destination management experience or a related background. Candidates should demonstrate sales growth, strong communication and presentation skills, effective relationship-building and negotiation, knowledge of Québec City tourism, organization, accountability, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Skills

Sales
Business Development
Relationship Building
Strategic Partnerships
Destination Advocacy
Sales Execution
Presentation Skills
Communication
Collaboration
Negotiation
Written Communication
Accountability
Time Management
Client Needs Assessment
Tourism Industry Knowledge
Microsoft Office

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Keywords

Sales
Business Development
Destination Development
Destination Management
Destination Marketing Organizations
Meetings And Events
Event Production
Tourism
Hotel Industry
Event Industry
Relationship Building
Referral Network
Strategic Partnerships
Destination Advocacy
Sales Execution
Presentations
Communication
Collaboration
Negotiation
Client Needs
Tourism Infrastructure
Microsoft Office
Supplier Relations
Stakeholder Relations

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