Sales Operations And Business Development

Youman, an executive search and recruitment company, is supporting one of its key clients in the search for a

Sales Operations and Business Development

Location : Florence, Tuscany

Our client is a fast-growing T our Operator, operating in the premium and luxury travel & experiences segment.

We are looking for a highly organized person with strong attention to detail, capable of managing multiple requests and partners while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.

You will operate in a fast-paced, merit-based environment, with a high level of autonomy and direct impact on company growth and client satisfaction.

Main responsibilities and activities:

The selected candidate will play a key role in the management of B2B partnerships and travel proposals, with a strong focus on:

• Preparing tailor-made quotations and travel proposals for international travel agents and partners
• Managing the operational follow-up related exclusively to confirmed quotations and booked services
• Ensuring maximum precision in contracts, confirmations, signatures, documentation, and operational procedures
• Carefully handling booking details, deadlines, payment terms, and travel documentation
• Maintaining and strengthening relationships with existing travel agents and partners
• Reactivating inactive contacts and developing new business connections
• Participating in international trade fairs, workshops, and networking events
• Supporting the commercial development of the company and expansion into new markets

Especially in the initial phase, the role will have a stronger operational and account-management focus, while gradually evolving toward broader business development responsibilities.

What the company offers:

• Structured onboarding through a selective recruitment process
• Fixed salary + performance-based variable compensation
• High-performance environment focused on growth and results
• Flexible working arrangements
• Involvement in international projects and travel industry events

Requirements

• Strong organizational and operational management skills
• High attention to detail and precision in administrative and contractual processes
• Experience in preparing quotations, itineraries, or client proposals
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Commercial mindset and problem-solving attitude
• Entrepreneurial mindset and operational autonomy
• Willingness to travel frequently in Italy and abroad
• Minimum English proficiency level: C1
• Familiarity with major social media platforms and their professional use
• In-depth knowledge of the Italian territory

Employment type:

• Full-time
• Permanent or fixed-term contract
• Freelance (VAT registered)

Benefits :

• Company mobile phone
• Flexible working hours
• Professional development support

Additional requirements:

• Valid driver’s license
• Availability to work in a hybrid setting