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Manager, Business Development CAN

Vancouver, British Columbia
Senior Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Cruise and Travel Privileges for You and Your Family
Health Benefits
401(k)

About the role

Job Description One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess is the world’s leading international premium cruise line and tour company, carrying millions of guests each year to hundreds of destinations around the globe. We give our guests the Medallion Class experience others simply cannot. The Love Boat promises something for everyone.

We are looking for an amazing Business Development Manager- Canada to fill this role, which is based remotely in or around Vancouver, CA. This position is responsible for managing the business development (sales) of a defined list of travel agency accounts and consortia within a specified territory. The objective is to achieve sales goals for Princess Cruises in alignment with the company's business objectives and Core Values. This role will be responsible for accounts across Canada. The candidate must live in the territory, preferably in British Columbia near Vancouver. This role reports to the Director of Sales, Western U.S., and Canada.

Here is a summary of what Princess is looking for in its Business Development Manager-Canada Is this you?

Responsibilities

  • This incumbent will need to be a self-starter with very strong sales skills/knowledge and B to B relationship building skills.
  • Must have experience with both virtual and live presentations for large audiences, as well as the ability to conduct product training.
  • Excellent, time management, planning and scheduling skills are needed. Possess the ability to work with minimal oversight and meet sales and account contact goals.
  • Must also have the ability to multitask and work simultaneously on several projects and initiatives.
  • Challenges include finding a balance between sales priorities and your support role with accounts.
  • Participation at trade conferences and events – often including weekends and or evenings.
  • Participation in ship inspections as needed – usually on the weekend. These events usually start at 8 am and last until approximately 3pm.

Requirements

  • 3 years of business to business (B2B) sales experience.
  • Preferred 5 years of business to business (B2B) sales experience in the travel industry
  • Strong in-person and virtual presentation skills
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills- Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Strong consultative selling skills
  • Strong computer and software literacy
  • Ability to plan, schedule, prioritize workload
  • Adaptable to change
  • Well-travelled
  • Understanding of how small businesses work
  • Works well in a team
  • Willingness to take on ad-hoc projects
  • Self-directed and ability to work independently
  • Entrepreneurial spirit

What You Can Expect

  • 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

Our Culture… Stronger Together 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: https://www.princess.com/aboutus/culture-framework/ Princess 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.

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Princess 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 recruiting@hollandamericagroup.com

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About Princess Cruises

Travel Arrangements
10,000+

Princess is the world’s leading premium cruise line operating a fleet of modern ships visiting over 380 destinations around the globe on more than 160 itineraries. Each moment on Princess is one of wonderful discovery where guests can relax and explore. The choices are endless, from invigorating activities to more relaxing pursuits, and enable guests to share special moments with family and friends and enjoy unique travel experiences that create inspiring memories. At the forefront of innovation, Princess MedallionClass elevates service levels through enhanced guest experiences before and during cruise vacations.

Exciting career opportunities in many departments await your discovery. Whether you are in customer service, food and beverage, or fleet operations (just to name a few), we’re certain you will find a career path at Princess Cruises that will keep you engaged and growing for years to come. Teams on shore support colleagues onboard, as together we create memorable experiences—dining, entertainment, exploration, and celebration—for our guests.

Exceptional customer service is the cornerstone of our success thanks to more than 30,000 of the cruise industry’s finest team members on land and at sea. We create a friendly and welcoming environment not only for our onboard guests, but for our seagoing and land-based teams as well. The result is a remarkable number of loyal staff.

We respect the seas we sail and destinations we visit. Our ships adhere to international rules regulating operations from fire safety to navigation, maritime security, and environmental stewardship. Onboard medical facilities meet or exceed standards set by the American College of Emergency Physicians.

There’s no limit to how far you can go with Princess Cruises!