Business Development Manager - Mid-Atlantic Region

<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;">This person must reside in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Washington D.C., or Virginia. </p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"> </p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Holland America Line has been exploring the world since 1873. Our ships offer innovative features and enriching experiences focused on destination exploration and personalized travel, inviting guests to savor the journey. </span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"> </p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">The Manager, Business Development is responsible for meeting and exceeding sales goals by developing and executing account strategy for Holland America Line and Seabourn Line brands. Directly accountable for revenue production from assigned accounts in a geographic area on all major product groups for Holland America Line and Seabourn. Promotes company products to accounts through on-site sales calls, telephone and written communication. </span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"> </p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Here’s a summary of what Holland America Line is looking for.  Is this you? </span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"> </p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>Responsibilities</strong>:</span></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Develop and execute an account strategy within a geographic territory for both the Holland America Line and Seabourn brands.           </span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> Incorporate brand strategy on every sales touch.    </span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Meets and exceeds all sales goals.      </span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Lead trade shows, seminars, FAMs, and industry events as needed.                                                                  </span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Grow and maintain strong and effective long- term relationships that are consistent and continue to grow with corporate objectives.     </span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Driven to turn agency issues into a business opportunity with a win-win service recovery.</span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Oversee and manage a professional budget using critical thinking and ROI.  </span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Plan and oversee marketing initiatives with partners.     </span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Ensure execution of training and sales plans to industry leads and travel partners. Create and oversee all contract negotiations for clients.</span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Maintain accurate and detailed agency database using CRM system. </span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Performs other duties as assigned by the Director.</span></span></p></li></ul><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"> </p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: rgb(36, 36, 36); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>Knowledge & Skills:</strong></span></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Scope: The Manager, Business Development reports to the Director, Field Sales. They will Increase sales and market share with travel agency accounts to meet or exceed established revenue objectives. Directly accountable for revenue production from assigned geographic area on all major product groups for Holland America Line. They promote company products to accounts through on-site sales calls, telephone, and written communication.</span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Problem solving: The Manager, Business Development is expected to navigate complex market dynamics and identify growth opportunities within the cruise industry. This involves analyzing market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscapes to develop strategic business plans. The role requires the ability to address and resolve challenges related to partnership negotiations, resource allocation, and project management, ensuring that business objectives are met efficiently and effectively. The individual must be adept at troubleshooting issues that arise during the implementation of business strategies, using critical thinking and innovative solutions to overcome obstacles.</span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Impact: The Manager, Business Development has a significant impact on the overall growth and profitability of the HAL-SBN brand. By identifying and securing new business opportunities, the role directly contributes to revenue generation and market expansion. The role influences strategic decision-making processes, providing insights and recommendations that shape the direction of the brand's business development initiatives. The Manager's efforts in building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, including partners and clients, enhance the brand's reputation and competitive edge in the industry       </span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Leadership: The Manager, Business Development is responsible for leading a team of business development professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure the achievement of team goals. The role involves managing resources and budgets effectively, ensuring that projects are completed within scope, time, and cost constraints. The individual is expected to demonstrate strong leadership skills, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment, and driving the team towards continuous improvement and success.</span></span></p></li></ul><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"> </p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>Requirements</strong> </span></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">BSc/BA in business administration, sales or relevant field   </span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">5+ years of relationship-sales experience including a track record of revenue growth </span></span></p></li></ul><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Minimum Qualifications (if preferred but not required, list as such):</span></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Exceptional presentation and storytelling skills, </span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Self-driven professional who excels both independently and in team-oriented environments. Proven working experience as a business development manager, sales executive or a relevant role</span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Proven sales track record                                                                                                                 </span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Experience in customer relationship management, with demonstrated excellence in delivering high-quality client service.</span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Proficiency in MS Office and CRM software (e.g. Salesforce)</span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Proficiency in English</span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Market knowledge</span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Communication and negotiation skills</span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Ability to build rapport</span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Time management and planning skills</span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Must be willing to travel frequently and work nights and weekends</span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Must possess planning, budgeting and forecasting skills</span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Self-starter, team player and able to work independently   </span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Engaging and collaborative.</span></span></p></li></ul><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"> </p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><u>Travel:</u> More than 50% non-shipboard travel likely</span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><u>Work Conditions:</u> Work beyond normal business hours or on weekends may be required occasionally to support business needs, projects, or operations.</span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><u>Physical Demands:</u> Remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time, reasonable adjustments will be offered.</span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" serif;"=""> </span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">This position is classified as “remote.”  As a remote role, it allows employees to work full-time from their home.</span></span><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" serif;"=""> </span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>What You Can Expect</strong>  </span></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Cruise and Travel Privileges for You and Your Family </span></span></li><li style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Health Benefits </span></span></li><li style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">401(k)  </span></span></li><li style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Employee Stock Purchase Plan  </span></span></li><li style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Training & Professional Development </span></span></li><li style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Tuition & Professional Certification Reimbursement </span></span></li><li style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Base </span><i><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>Salary Range</strong></span></i><span style="font-size: 11pt;">: <strong>$66,700 to $90,100</strong> The range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. Final base salary is directly related to each candidate’s qualifications and experience uniquely. </span></span></li></ul><p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" serif;"=""> </span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>Our Culture…Stronger Together</strong> </span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Our highest responsibility and top priority is compliance, environmental protection and the health, safety and well-being of our guests, the people in the communities we touch and serve, and our shipboard and shoreside employees.  Please visit our site to learn more about our Culture Essentials, Corporate Vision Statement and our Core Values at:<strong> </strong></span></span><a href="https://www.hollandamerica.com/en_US/our-company/mission-values.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; text-decoration: none;"><strong>https://www.hollandamerica.com/en_US/our-company/mission-values.html</strong></span></span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></span><br><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></span><br><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Holland America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. </span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)</strong>  </span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Holland America will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process, upon your request, as required to comply with applicable laws.  If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please contact </span></span><a href="mailto:recruiting@hollandamericagroup.com" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">recruiting@hollandamericagroup.com</span></span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></span><br><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">#HAL</span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">#LI-Remote</span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">#LI-GS1</span></span></p>

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