Holland America Line · 14 hours ago
Business Development Manager - Remote, Mid Atlantic
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Responsibilities
Develop and execute an account strategy within a geographic territory. Incorporate brand strategy on every sales touch. Meets and exceeds all sales goals.
Maintain strong and effective long-term relationships that are consistent and continue to grow with corporate objectives. Ability to turn agency issues into a business opportunity with a win-win service recovery.
Lead/Participate in trade shows, seminars, FAMs, and industry events as needed. Negotiate group sales contracts to ensure required APD.
Manage a professional budget using critical thinking and ROI.
Plan and oversee marketing initiatives with partners. Ensure execution of training and sales plans
Maintain accurate and detailed agency database using CRM system.
Additional projects as assigned by the Director.
25-50% with non-shipboard travel likely
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, sales or relevant field
5+ years of relationship-sales experience including a track record of revenue growth.
Proven working experience as a business development manager, sales executive or a relevant role.
Proven sales track record
Experience in customer support is a plus.
Proficiency in MS Office and CRM software (e.g. Salesforce)
Proficiency in English
Market knowledge
Communication and negotiation skills
Ability to build rapport.
Time management and planning skills
Must be willing to travel frequently and work nights and weekends.
Must possess planning, budgeting and forecasting skills.
Self-starter, team player and able to work independently.
Engaging and collaborative.
Benefits
Cruise and Travel Privileges for You and Your Family
Health Benefits
401(k)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Training & Professional Development
Tuition & Professional Certification Reimbursement
Rewards & Incentives
Company
Holland America Line
Originally founded over 140 years ago, Holland America is a long estanblished name in the cruise industry.
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