Business Development -Key Account Manager, Barcelona at Booking.com

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business development, Key account management, Strategic partnerships, Negotiation, Commercial agreements, Market analysis, Relationship building, Data analysis, Project management, Communication, Analytical skills, Travel industry knowledge, B2B sales, E-commerce, SaaS

Industry

Software Development

Description

About Us: At Booking.com, data drives our decisions. Technology is at our core. And innovation is everywhere. But our company is more than datasets, lines of code or A/B tests. We’re the thrill of the first night in a new place. The excitement of the next morning. The friends you encounter. The journeys you take. The sights you see. And the memories you make. Through our products, partners and people, we make it easier for everyone to experience the world. About our team The Business Development Key Account Manager supports Booking.com BV’s growth through new relationships with high potential large enterprise clients. They inform new business customers about the services offered by Booking.com. Role Overview As a Business Development Key Account Manager, you are responsible for supporting Booking.com BV in building partnerships throughout the region prospective partners, as well as driving innovation to ensure growth, finding out-of-the-box solutions and making sure to share knowledge with the global team. This role requires an individual with a strong background, highly motivated and travel industry knowledge, accompanied with the ability to build relationships to immerse themselves into the dynamics of a fast-paced successful company. This is a full-time position and will be based in Barcelona, Spain.- This role does not come with relocation assistance. Key Job Responsibilities and Duties Support Booking.com BV in the research, identification and prioritization of partnership opportunities with websites and mobile platforms focusing on significant business impact and scalability; Consistent proficiency in commercial agreements prospecting and execution aligned with the Booking.com BV strategy; Provide analysis implementation excellence, focusing on significant growth and sustainability, while balancing short-, medium-, and long-term business goals; Monitor, research and report findings on market/vertical development in the regional market; Develop strategic business relationships to help the business grow significantly and consistently (brand, loyalty, revenue), bringing new ideas to the table (technology, market trends, competitive analysis), and presenting pragmatic and practical solutions that deliver ROI (for Guest/Partner and for the business); Contribute to innovation (commercial, product), being proactive in communication and action in order to convey status, deadlines and solutions at risk; helping overall team to adapt and adopt; Lead all aspects of the partnership with all levels of management (C-level included) both externally and internally; Communicate transparently and follow through to ensure task completion, quality execution, balancing optimal product integration and performance Role Qualifications and Requirements Minimum 5 years relevant work experience in the travel and/or B2B roles in e-commerce, SaaS or business travel environments; Excellent track-record in an international environment; Familiarity EMEA travel markets; Fluent Spanish, German or French highly valued; Solution-oriented and results-driven; executes ruthlessly Strong work ethics, self-directed and resourceful; holds self accountable; Proactive, flexible and capable of working both independently and as part of a team; Outstanding communication and negotiation skills; Excellent commercial and analytical skills; Ability to multi-task & flexible attitude; Displaying strong self-reflection & feedback incorporation; Business, marketing or other relevant (academic) degree; Available to travel up to 50% of the time. Benefits & Perks - Global Impact, Personal Relevance: Booking.com’s Total Rewards Philosophy is not only about compensation but also about benefits. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well unique-to-Booking.com benefits which include: Annual paid time off and generous paid leave scheme including: parent, grandparent, bereavement, and care leave Hybrid working including flexible working arrangements, and up to 20 days per year working from abroad (home country) Industry leading product discounts - up to 1400 per year - for yourself, including automatic Genius Level 3 status and Booking.com wallet credit Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) at Booking.com: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion have been a core part of our company culture since day one. This ongoing journey starts with our very own employees, who represent over 140 nationalities and a wide range of ethnic and social backgrounds, genders and sexual orientations. Take it from our Chief People Officer, Paulo Pisano: “At Booking.com, the diversity of our people doesn’t just build an outstanding workplace, it also creates a better and more inclusive travel experience for everyone. Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. It’s a place where you can make your mark and have a real impact in travel and tech.” We ensure that colleagues with disabilities are provided the adjustments and tools they need to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Application Process: Application and CV Review Recruitment Phone Screen Business Interview 1 Business Interview 2- Business Case FIT Interview Hiring Decision Let’s go places together: How we Hire Booking.com is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We strive to move well beyond traditional equal opportunity and work to create an environment that allows everyone to thrive. Pre-Employment Screening If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable law, a pre-employment screening may include employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the position.

Responsibilities

The Key Account Manager is responsible for identifying and securing new partnership opportunities with large enterprise clients to drive business growth. They will lead all aspects of these partnerships, including commercial negotiations and the implementation of innovative solutions to ensure long-term sustainability.