# Business Development Executive

**Company:** [Gelasakis Group of companies](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/6B8hF5LzJ4aCXxmq9PpHSW.md)
**Location:** Piraeus, Greece
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Gelasakis S.A.

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## Description

A leading Group of Companies based in **Piraeus, Greece**, is looking for a dynamic and results-driven **Business Development Executive** to drive the growth of its **Corporate Travel Services** business through the acquisition and development of **Corporate Travel Accounts**.

### Key Responsibilities

-   Develop and implement business development strategies to identify and acquire new corporate travel accounts.
-   Prepare and execute targeted sales plans and client acquisition strategies.
-   Build, develop, and maintain strong long-term relationships with both existing and prospective corporate clients.
-   Manage new client accounts in accordance with the company's commercial policies and service standards.
-   Establish and achieve quarterly sales targets and business development objectives.
-   Present business development plans, sales performance, and market opportunities to the General Manager of the Travel Division.
-   Understand each client's travel requirements and prepare tailored proposals and commercial offers that meet their specific needs.
-   Work closely with internal departments to ensure the successful delivery of services and high levels of customer satisfaction.
-   Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and emerging business opportunities.

## Requirements

-   Previous experience in a Business Development, Sales, or Corporate Travel Sales role; experience in the travel industry will be considered a strong advantage.
-   Excellent communication, negotiation, and client relationship management skills, with a proven ability to sell services.
-   Results-oriented mindset with a strong focus on achieving and exceeding business development and sales targets.
-   Strong organizational skills, with the ability to work methodically and effectively execute business plans.
-   Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Tourism, or a related field.
-   Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
-   Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with CRM systems will be considered an advantage.
-   Valid driver's licence.
-   Willingness to travel as required.

## Benefits

-   Competitive remuneration package.
-   Performance-based bonus.
-   Excellent career development opportunities within a dynamic and growing Group of Companies.
-   Ongoing professional training and development.
-   A collaborative and professional working environment.