Business Expansion Ambassador (North America)

Business Development Manager - Bangalore

About Simplotel:

Simplotel Inc. with office in New York, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Simplotel Technologies Pvt. Ltd., headquartered in India which is a leading Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) company dedicated to simplifying the lives of hoteliers through innovative technology solutions. We help over 3,000 hotels across 26 countries grow their direct business by enhancing their online presence and booking capabilities.

*Simplotel was awarded the best startup in travel & hospitality for 2021 by Startup India, an initiative of the Union Ministry of Commerce & Industry in India.
(https://www.startupindia.gov.in/nsa2021results/travel.html)

Position: Business Expansion Ambassador (North America)

We are looking for an experienced Hospitality Industry Consultant to help accelerate market expansion by consulting. The ideal candidate will have a strong network within the hospitality sector and proven skills in facilitating high-level meetings with potential clients. This role is key to expanding our market reach and building new business relationships.


Responsibilities:

  • Leverage your personal network with boutique, independent hotels and hotel management companies, to identify and connect with key decision-makers in the hospitality industry.
  • Arrange and facilitate meetings between Simplotel and potential clients.
  • Provide insights and recommendations on market trends and opportunities.
  • Collaborate with our sales and marketing teams to develop strategies for client acquisition.
  • Maintain and nurture relationships with industry contacts to ensure ongoing business development opportunities.
  • Involved in the preparation of proposals to business clients.
 

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in the hospitality industry with a strong network.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
  • Strong understanding of hotel technology solutions and market trends


Location: Remote/ North America

Please share your updated CV at careers@simplotel.com

About Simplotel:

Simplotel is a Bangalore based, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) company helping over 2,000 hotels across 21 countries grow their direct business. We are powering e-commerce for some of the largest hotels in India. The name Simplotel comes from a combination of Simple and Hotel - our mission is to Simplify the life of hoteliers through technology. Simplotel is a ‘Shopify for Hotels’, was founded in October 2013 and is funded by Go-MMT - India’s largest Online Travel Agency.

*Simplotel was awarded the best startup in travel & hospitality for 2021 by Startup India, an initiative of the Union Ministry of Commerce & Industry in India.
(https://www.startupindia.gov.in/nsa2021results/travel.html)
 

Position:

Simplotel is looking to hire a Business Development Manager, in a full-time capacity, who can sell our offerings to large hotels. This is an opportunity to join a company on the ground floor and become a part of the early growth. If you are passionate about selling internet technologies, you will thoroughly enjoy this position. An ideal candidate would be someone who is in Presales and wants to explore a Business Development Role. 


Responsibilities:

  • Develop plans and strategies for developing business and achieving the company’s sales goals.
  • Meeting with hoteliers and potential prospects on a regular basis to build and nurture relationships.
  • Cold calling; connecting with multiple potential prospects.
  • Working with large hotels and partners across the country.
  • Follow up on marketing leads, as well as expanding business from the company’s existing client base or partners.
  • Build strong brand relationships.
  • Building pipelines with partners and team members to close sales.
  • Provide detailed and accurate sales forecasting.

 

Skills Required:

  • 1 to 4 years of Work Experience in pre-sales. (e-commerce preferred in both domestic and international markets)
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
  • Very high ethical standards.
  • Comfortable with ambiguity and unpredictable work hours.
  • Proven track record of meeting revenue targets.
  • MBA required (preferably from a top school).
  • Ability to travel extensively.

 

Please share your updated CV at careers@simplotel.com