Business Development Manager

Reisjobs; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Holland America Line in the Netherlands is seeking a commercially driven Business Development Manager, Netherlands to grow our presence with travel partners and expand our network in the Dutch market.

You will strengthen relationships with travel agencies, agency networks, strategic partners, tour operators and cruise specialists, identify new commercial opportunities, drive cruise sales and support the growth of group, charter and incentive business.

Qualifications

• At least five years of commercial sales experience within travel or cruise industry.
• Strong strategic and analytical skills to translate market developments into opportunities.
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen relationships with travel agencies, agency networks, and tour operators.
• Identify new commercial opportunities and drive cruise sales.
• Support growth of group, charter and incentive business.

Skills

Sales experience

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Communication

Job description

Holland America Line has been exploring the world since 1873, creating memorable journeys to destinations around the world. With our Dutch roots and strong connection to the Netherlands, we are now looking for a commercially driven Business Development Manager, Netherlands to help further grow our presence in the Dutch market.

Are you passionate about building long-term partnerships and identifying opportunities to grow together with our travel partners?

About the role

As Business Development Manager, Netherlands, you will strengthen relationships with travel agencies, agency networks, strategic partners, tour operators and cruise specialists. You will identify new commercial opportunities, drive cruise sales and support the growth of group, charter and incentive business.

You will also represent Holland America Line at trade shows, presentations, industry events and familiarization trips, while providing market and competitive insights to support our commercial strategy.

You will work closely with the EMEA Business Development and Marketing teams and report to the Director Sales EMEA.

Could this be your next opportunity? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• At least five years of commercial sales experience within the travel or cruise industry, with a proven track record of revenue growth;
• Strong strategic and analytical skills, with the ability to translate market developments and sales performance into commercial opportunities;
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills;
• A proactive, service-oriented mindset and a strong sense of partnership;
• The ability to work independently and take initiative, while enjoying collaboration within a dynamic international team;
• Willingness to travel and, when required, work during evenings and weekends.

We offer an independent and varied role within a dynamic and enthusiastic international team, where you can actively contribute to the continued growth of Holland America Line in the Netherlands.