Business Development Manager - Italy - Remote

Overview

As a Business Development Manager you will play a pivotal role in driving our sales efforts, forging strategic partnerships, and expanding our client base along with maintaining and developing the relationships with our clients and consolidating our presence on the local market.

In Short

• Develop and implement sales activities and hit the sales targets to achieve growth and expand presence in assigned territory;
• Sign up new partners (tour operators, travel agencies, travel management companies, OTAs) and provide them with extended training of our system;
• Build and maintain a strong, long-lasting relationship with new and existing partners;
• Account management of an assigned portfolio of partners, including the first level of support;
• Follow-up with existing partners to provide system training and identify the ways to improve the cooperation;
• Prepare, execute and manage the commercial deals with the partners, including the execution of required document flow and technical setup;
• Control of compliance with commercial conditions by partners, including the payment flow;
• Spend approximately 40% of your working time on business trips, including meetings with clients, industry events, and other business-related events;
• Provide market & competitive environment analysis;
• Provide regular comprehensive reporting through CRM and internal systems;
• Initiate API deals with potential and existing partners.

Requirements

• Proven experience in business development or sales, preferably in the travel industry;
• Strong negotiation and communication skills;
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with partners;
• Familiarity with CRM software and reporting tools;
• Willingness to travel for business purposes;
• Analytical mindset to provide market insights;
• Fluent in English and Italian.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses;
• Remote working flexibility;
• Opportunities for professional growth and development;
• Dynamic and innovative work environment;
• Travel opportunities within the role;
• Supportive team culture.