Singapore Airlines (SIA) is one of the leading and most awarded airlines worldwide, with customers and industry alike recognizing our unwavering commitment to service excellence. With a commitment to fleet modernization, product and service innovation and market leadership, SIA has evolved into one of the world's most respected travel brands. As we are expanding our European network with the launch of passenger flights from Brussels to Singapore in April 2024, we are inviting suitable candidates to apply for the position of:
Business Development Executive
Belgium - Luxembourg
(full-time, home-based)
Location: Belgium
JOB PURPOSE
Reporting to Sales Manager Benelux, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing Singapore Airlines sales representation and business development in Belgium and Luxembourg in close coordination with the Benelux Sales team. The aspirant is accountable for delivering revenue and market share growth across relevant segments and ensures long-term cooperations with business and alliance partners are maintained. We welcome experienced and passionate professionals with strong relationship-building skills who are seeking to make an impact.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Works in a team under Sales Manager Benelux to oversee the Singapore Airlines account portfolio (agency, corporate, leisure) in close coordination with the Benelux Sales team.
- Thoroughly understands the needs of assigned accounts and develops strategies to grow relevant accounts in line with business objectives.
- Identifies growth opportunities through the active use of data and market intelligence tools.
- In liaison with the Sales Manager Benelux initiates market-specific campaigns to establish and broaden the Singapore Airline footprint in the market.
- Liaises with the Benelux Sales team on corporate RFPs, MBAs, and corporate initiatives.
- Liaises with KAM Corporate Benelux on JV activities.
- Build strong relationships with both Corporate Travel Managers and agents.
- Is a key source of market intelligence and brand ambassador for Singapore Airlines in BeLux.
- Represent Singapore Airlines at industry events, trade shows, fairs, etc.
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS & BEHAVIOURS
- Good written/oral presentation and communication skills;
- Demonstrates analytical thinking, creativity, and initiative to identify business opportunities for Singapore Airlines;
- Commercially minded, organised and able to balance multiple client relationships;
- Highly personable, able to identify and build new relationships;
- Tenacious, resourceful, results-oriented, and innovative;
- Flexible and readily available to resolve client issues;
- Ability to work under pressure and independently.
RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree or higher
- Command of Microsoft Office applications
- Fluent command of Dutch, French and English
- Minimum of two years relevant experience in the airline/ travel industry.
- Able to travel to Singapore Airlines Benelux office at Schiphol Airport on a bi-monthly basis
This is a full-time position, which will be home-office based in Belgium. It offers the possibility to use the future SIA airport office at Brussels Airport as and when required.
If you feel you have what it takes to join the SIA Benelux Sales team, please submit your application in the English language to AMS_admin@singaporeair.com.sg by 01 February 2024. In your application, please enclose a CV, resume, your expected salary and the earliest possible joining date.
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Sales Manager Benelux