Head of Destinations

Colombo - Sri Lanka

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 04-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About the client:

A leading name in Sri Lankas travel and hospitality sector specializing in crafting distinctive outbound travel experiences that blend comfort culture and creativity. With a strong international presence and a commitment to excellence the company is expanding its outbound leisure travel segment and seeks an accomplished leader to drive strategic growth and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the outbound leisure travel division overseeing all operational commercial and service-related functions.
Develop and execute strategies to achieve revenue profitability and customer satisfaction goals.
Build and strengthen partnerships with global tour operators airlines and destination management companies (DMCs).
Identify emerging travel trends and develop innovative market-driven travel products.
Inspire mentor and empower teams to deliver world-class customer experiences.
Oversee budgeting forecasting and key performance metrics to ensure sustainable business growth.

Requirements:

Professional accounting qualifications (ACCA CIMA or equivalent).
Minimum 5 years experience in finance within the freight forwarding or logistics industry.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles financial regulations and reporting standards.
Proven experience in team management and financial leadership.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured approach.
Results-driven with a passion for growing an international freight forwarding business.
Hands-on experience with ERP systems (preferably Genso and CargoWise platforms).
Ability to collaborate effectively with overseas branches agents and stakeholders.
Excellent communication negotiation and interpersonal skills.
Proficient in MS Office and other accounting-related tools.
Highly organized goal-oriented and able to perform under pressure.

If you are interested please send your CV to or apply below.

About the client: A leading name in Sri Lankas travel and hospitality sector specializing in crafting distinctive outbound travel experiences that blend comfort culture and creativity. With a strong international presence and a commitment to excellence the company is expanding its outbound leisure t...