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As a Sr. Business Development Manager, Airline Partnerships (Europe), you will own and grow a portfolio of strategic airline relationships across Europe, driving both revenue and margin performance within Hopper's ecosystem. You will play a critical role in shaping Hopper's airline distribution strategy across NDC, GDS, and direct partnerships, working closely with leading European carriers such as Lufthansa Group, IAG, Air France-KLM, and Turkish Airlines. This is a high-impact, commercially driven role where you will act as the primary interface between Hopper and airline partners, balancing relationship management, negotiation, and performance optimization. What would your day-to-day look like Own and manage a portfolio of European airline partnerships with a P&L mindset, serving as the primary point of contact for commercial, distribution, and operational topics Build strong, senior-level relationships across airline sales, distribution, and revenue management teams Develop and execute strategies to grow top-line revenue (TTV) and improve unit economics, analyzing performance across channels (NDC vs. GDS), fare mix, and ancillary attachment rates Lead negotiations for new agreements, renewals, and extensions -- driving improved commercial terms including base commissions, sector rebates, and marketing development funds (MDF) Identify and act on opportunities to optimize underperforming partnerships Develop deep expertise in airline distribution (NDC, EDIFACT, aggregators) and European airline competitive dynamics, translating industry trends into actionable strategies Partner cross-functionally with Product, Growth/Marketing, and Finance to align on feature development, campaigns, forecasting, and deal modeling Track KPIs including revenue, margin, incentive attainment, and product mix, and lead Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with airline partners. An ideal candidate has 6+ years of experience in airline distribution, OTA, TMC, GDS, or airline partnerships in European markets; MENA experience is a plus A proven track record managing strategic accounts, negotiating commercial agreements, and driving measurable revenue growth Strong understanding of airline distribution (NDC vs. GDS), fare structures, ancillaries, and airline economics A commercial mindset -- you think in revenue and margin, not just volume, and have experience working with incentives, rebates, and performance-based deals Excellent presentation and storytelling skills; ability to communicate effectively with both airline executives and internal stakeholders Highly organized, self-driven, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment Bilingual or advanced proficiency in German, Spanish, or French is a plus Perks and benefits of working with us: Well-funded and proven startup with large ambitions, competitive salary, upsides of pre-IPO equity packages. Hopper covers 100% of the premiums for the employee for a group insurance plan through Vitality Health. Automatic contributions when you start with Hopper through Smart Pension. Please ask us about our very generous parental leave, much above industry standards!. Access to co-working space on demand through FlexDesk AND Work-from-home stipend. Carrot Cash travel stipend. Unlimited PTO. Entrepreneurial culture where pushing limits and taking risks is everyday business. Open communication with management and company leadership. Small, dynamic teams = massive impact. More about Hopper At Hopper, we are on a mission to become the leading travel platform globally – powering Hopper’s mobile app, website and our B2B business, HTS (Hopper Technology Solutions). By leveraging massive amounts of data and advanced machine learning algorithms, Hopper combines its world-class travel agency offering with proprietary fintech products to bring transparency, flexibility and savings to travelers globally. We have developed several unique fintech solutions that address everything from pricing volatility to trip disruptions – helping people travel better and save more on their trips. The Hopper platform serves hundreds of millions of travelers globally and continues to capture market share around the world. he Hopper app has been downloaded over 120 million times and has become largely popular among younger travelers – with 70% of its users being Gen Z and millennials. While everyone knows us as the Gen Z and Millennial travel app, Hopper has evolved to become much more than that. In recent years, we’ve grown into a travel fintech provider, commerce platform, and global travel agency that powers some of the world’s largest brands. Through HTS, our B2B division, the company supercharges its partners’ direct channels by integrating our fintech products on their sites or powering end-to-end travel portals. Today, our partners include leading travel brands like Capital One, Nubank, Air Canada, and many more. Here are just a few stats that demonstrate the company’s recent growth: Billions of dollars worth of travel and travel fintech are sold through Hopper and HTS’ channels every year. Our fintech products – including Cancel for Any Reason and Flight Disruption Assistance – have exceptionally strong CSAT because the terms are always clear, and customers receive instant, no-questions-asked resolutions. Almost 30% of our app customers purchase at least one fintech product when making a booking; and consumers are 1.6x more likely to repurchase if they add fintech to their booking vs if they booked just travel. Given the success of its fintech products, Hopper launched a B2B initiative, HTS (Hopper Technology Solutions), which represents more than 75% of the business. Through HTS, any travel provider (airlines, hotels, banks, travel agencies, etc.) can integrate and seamlessly distribute Hopper’s fintech or travel inventory on their direct channels. As its first HTS partnership, the company partnered with Capital One to co-develop Capital One Travel, a new travel portal designed specifically for cardholders. Other HTS partners include Air Canada, Uber, CommBank, Nubank, Flair Airlines and many more. Hopper has been named the #1 most innovative company in travel by Fast Company Hopper has been downloaded over 120 million times and continues to have millions of new installs each month. Hopper is now the #3 largest online travel agencies in North America and 70% of our app customers are Gen-Z and millennials travelers. Hopper has raised over $750 million USD of private capital and is backed by some of the largest institutional investors and banks in the world. HTS is primed to continue its growth as the leading travel ecommerce provider in a $1 trillion online shopping category. The Hopper app and website will also continue to be the preferred travel provider for Gen Z and Millennials.. Come take off with us! #LI-REMOTE

We’re looking for a Business Development Manager EMEA to accelerate growth for our asset tracking and visibility solutions across the airline and cargo sectors through IoT & Software. This is a high-impact role for a consultative business developer who excels at building trust, driving deals, and delivering customer value through technology. SkyCell is on a mission to change the world by revolutionizing the global supply chain. Our cutting-edge temperature-controlled container solutions ensure the safe delivery of life-saving pharmaceuticals, with sustainability at the core of everything we do. We’re a fast-growing, purpose-driven company where you’ll make an impact, feel empowered, and thrive in a diverse, innovative environment. Why SkyCell? · 🌱 Purpose-Driven Work: Make a real difference by contributing to a more sustainable future in global logistics and healthcare. · 🚀 Innovation at Heart: Work with cutting-edge technology and be at the forefront of supply chain innovation. · 🌎 Stronger together: Join a supportive team of talented individuals from over 40 countries, where we work together every step of the way. · 💡 Growth Opportunities: We believe in investing in our people – continuous learning and development are key pillars of SkyCell. · 🏆 Award-Winning Culture: Join a workplace recognized for its commitment to excellence with a ‘Great Place to work’ award, as well as a Platinum Ecovadis rating highlighting our sustainability and employee well-being. What You'll Do: • Drive new business and account expansion for SkyCell’s IoT and software solutions across the EMEA airline and cargo ecosystem., • Lead the full sales cycle — from prospecting and discovery to proposal, negotiation, and contract closure., • Execute account-based strategies that identify new opportunities and deliver measurable results., • Collaborate with Pre-Sales, Marketing, and Product teams to design the right solutions, grow the pipeline, and share customer insights that shape SkyCell’s digital roadmap., • Represent SkyCell at customer meetings, events, and industry conferences as a credible, knowledgeable partner., • Maintain clear and accurate CRM records, forecasting opportunities and ensuring pipeline discipline. What You'll Bring: • 5+ years of experience in B2B SaaS, IoT, or logistics technology sales., • Proven success in consultative or value-based selling, managing complex sales cycles end to end., • Experience in the air cargo, airline or supply-chain industry is highly desirable., • Demonstrated self-starter mindset — able to identify opportunities, set priorities, and execute independently., • Take ownership of results — working independently while aligning closely with internal teams on strategy and execution., • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to connect technology to business outcomes., • Confident engaging (senior) stakeholders across commercial, operations, and IT functions., • Collaborative and adaptable, working effectively with Pre-Sales, Marketing, and Product Management., • Willingness to travel regionally and internationally. What's In It For You? · ⚡ Flexibility & Balance: Flexible working hours and work-life balance allow you to tailor work to fit your life. · 🌟 Recognition & Growth: Opportunities for career advancement in a company that values your contributions. · 💼 Hybrid Workplace: Modern workspaces (in Zurich, Zug and Hyderabad as well as our Skyhub in Basel) and a remote-friendly culture to inspire collaboration amongst a globally diverse team. · 🎉 Company-wide Events: Join us for company events to celebrate successes, build teams, and share our vision. Plus, new joiners experience SkyWeek, our immersive onboarding program. · 👶 Generous Maternity & Paternity Leave: Support for new parents with competitive maternity and paternity leave. · 🏖️ Annual Leave & Bank Holidays: Enjoy a generous annual leave package, plus local bank holidays to recharge and unwind. Ready to Make an Impact? We’re not just offering a job; we’re offering a chance to be part of something bigger. At SkyCell, you’ll help build a future where pharmaceutical delivery is efficient, sustainable, and transformative. Stay Connected with SkyCell Visit _ and explore #WeAreSkyCell on LinkedIn How to Apply Simply click ‘apply for this job’ below! We can’t wait to meet you and discuss how you can contribute to our mission! Please note, we are unable to consider applications sent to us via email. If you have any questions, you can contact our Talent Team (_). SkyCell AG is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. For this position, if you are not located in, or able to relocate (without sponsorship) to one of the above locations, your application cannot be considered.