The Vice President of Business Development, Airlines, focuses on lead generation and new client development in North America and Latin America.
Responsibilities span lead generation, proposals, RFPs, GTA negotiations, and relationship management to secure new clients.
Activities include cold calls, client visits, trade show attendance, participation in RFPs, and preparing business cases.
Requirements
Experience selling to commercial airlines or in a vendor role in the airline industry.
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, sales, marketing or a related field.
5+ years of B2B consultative sales experience (SaaS preferred) with a proven track record of achievement.
Strategic thinking and business acumen.
Ability to be customer focused and build strong relationships.
Demonstrated experience in client negotiation and contract management, with a focus on risk mitigation and value creation.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Persuasive presentation skills both in person or through video conferencing for both small and large audience settings.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and social media tools such as LinkedIn.
Effectively use all available tools and methodology i.e. CRM, phone, email, and webinar and other available tools and resources to track and provide solutions to client needs, requests and overall expectations.
Ability to manage workload in a fast paced environment to meet goals and deadlines.
Results driven. Shows attention to detail and the ability to produce high quality work.
Impeccable integrity and a strong work ethic.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts for childcare and healthcare
401(k) with matching
Basic Life Insurance and voluntary options including short-term disability, hospital, accident, and pet
Discounts at select hotels
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