Business Development Manager - West
Join Hurtigruten and Help Shape the Future of Expedition Travel
At Hurtigruten, we've been exploring some of the world's most spectacular destinations for over 130 years. As a global leader in expedition and adventure travel, we're passionate about creating unforgettable experiences while inspiring curiosity and connection.
We're looking for a driven and relationship-focused Business Development Manager - West to join our Americas Sales team. If you thrive on building strong partnerships, driving commercial growth, and representing an iconic travel brand, we'd love to hear from you.
Location: Mountain or Pacific Time Zone, United States (Remote)
What You'll Do
As Business Development Manager, you will own and develop a designated territory across the Western region of the United States, maximizing sales opportunities through existing partners while identifying and cultivating new business opportunities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Develop and execute strategic territory plans to achieve and exceed sales targets
- Build, manage, and grow relationships with key travel trade partners and accounts
- Create and implement annual sales and marketing plans with strategic partners
- Identify and develop new business opportunities to drive revenue growth
- Deliver engaging training sessions, presentations, webinars, and product updates to travel advisors and consumers
- Organize and participate in industry events, trade shows, and consumer presentations
- Monitor market trends and competitor activity and provide insights to the wider team
- Maintain accurate pipeline management, forecasting, and account activity within Salesforce
- Collaborate closely with Sales Operations, Customer Service, Marketing, and Group Sales teams
- Manage travel expenses and marketing investments to ensure strong return on investment
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
- Minimum 5 years of sales and customer service experience
- Strong account management and business development experience
- Exceptional presentation, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint
- Experience using CRM systems, preferably Salesforce
- Ability to travel throughout the territory as required
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience within the travel, cruise, hospitality, or tourism industry
- Experience developing strategic sales plans and managing key accounts
- Strong understanding of partner marketing and co-op programs
You are
- A self-starter who takes ownership and delivers results
- Strategic, commercial, and customer-focused
- A confident and engaging presenter
- Skilled at building long-term partnerships
- Collaborative and team-oriented
- Passionate about travel and creating memorable customer experiences
Why Join Hurtigruten?
- Be part of a globally recognized and pioneering travel brand
- Work with a passionate and collaborative team
- Make a direct impact on business growth and partner success
- Enjoy a remote role with flexibility and autonomy
- Help bring extraordinary travel experiences to more travelers across North America
What We offer
- A dynamic and inclusive work environment where your ideas are valued
- Staff rates on our ships for you and your family
- A competitive benefits package, which includes paid medical, dental, vision insurance, and retirement benefits
- 2 weeks paid vacation, 9 days paid personal sick-leave
- Salary: USD $75,000 - $90,000 per year (exempt)
How to Apply
If you're excited by the opportunity to build relationships, grow business, and represent one of the world's most iconic travel brands, we'd love to hear from you.
Additional info
- Candidate must have the legal right to work in the United States and must reside within the Mountain or Pacific Time Zone of the United States.