Account Executive - Bilingual (Italian and English)
About Fare Harbor At Fare Harbor, our mission is to make experiences better for everyone. Founded in 2013 in Hawaii and acquired by Booking Holdings in 2018, Fare Harbor creates powerful tools that enable our clients (think boat rentals, museums, food tours, events and more!) to operate and grow. With over 20,000 clients across 90+ countries—we're the largest in our industry and shaping the future of travel, together. Our team is an 'Ohana of 700+ people around the world. We're passionate about pioneering an industry, embracing challenges with open arms, and delivering value to the experiences industry. Fare Harbor Core Values:
Think Client First
We Are One 'Ohana
Be Curious and Learn
Own It.
Act With Integrity
Embrace the Challenge
Why Fare Harbor? Founding Fare Harbor required unwavering passion. Turning a start-up into the world's leading and largest reservation software for tours, activities, and attractions required relentless dedication and vision. To date, we've helped over 20,000 global businesses operate successfully and are proud to have played a role in enabling business owners to live their dreams. And since day one, we've known that our real success lies in our people—the Ohana. With each new feature launched and new client onboarded, there is a team of incredible people behind the scenes who are full of dedication, passion, energy, and the will to succeed. We encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work—to believe in their abilities, to freely express their creativity, and to contribute with their own uniqueness by wearing their true colors. We take care of one another and always prioritize health and wellbeing. We give our people the space and trust to learn, to try, to succeed, to collaborate, to think outside of the box, to make mistakes, and even to fail. And then we come together to try again. From the minute you join, you have a voice. You find your space. You make an impact. We celebrate our victories, shout our successes, and are always eager to tackle new challenges. And we can't wait to see all that's to come. About the Role Your goal as an Account Executive will be to reach out to potential clients and show them how Fare Harbor can support them to grow their business in so many different ways! After completing the Fare Harbor training on our sales approach and company culture, you'll be responsible for contacting prospects, cultivating relationships, and closing deals. You need to be based in the Netherlands. What you'll do here:
Focus 100% on net new client acquisition by contacting potential clients to present our amazing product & services
Qualify, develop & close new business opportunities from incoming inquiries and assigned lead pool (including RFP's and formal proposals)
Achieve the quarterly/bi-annual sales targets in line with the regional new business booking fee targets
Through effective discovery, uncover clients needs and recommend appropriate solutions including the design of their front-end UX set-up & back-end management process
Run exceptional demos for our potential clients with a masterful explanation of Fare Harbor's products & features
Provide general pipeline updates & developments to sales management including wins/loss expectations
Organise in-person meetings with decision makers from larger prospect organisations to create new sales opportunities for Fare Harbor
Attend external exhibitions, tradeshows, conferences and meet-ups pitching Fare Harbor to prospective clients and performing on-the-spot demonstrations
Acting as the primary client point of contact for all matters related to new clients onboarding to Fare Harbor, working closely with Onboarding, Account Management, Legal, Finance and/or Operations (as needed)
Ensuring diligent and accurate use of the CRM system and any other reporting as requested by management
Providing continuous feedback to the Sales Managers on the performance of the company as perceived by the prospects with a view to improve the FH software, support etc
Accurately forecast value of potential and newly signed clients
Requirements:
Proven experience in sales with preferably 2+ years working in a 'prospecting' role within a Saa S or similar business
A demonstrated track record of success in selling to small/medium and large organisations and expanding client base successfully
The ability to engage and influence at different levels, both internally and within potential client organisations including executive levels and build strong stakeholder relationships
Exceptional time management skills with the ability to prioritise and work at a consistently high standard within tight deadlines
Able to work independently and part of a team
Preferred experience with conceptual selling and or relevant sales methodologies such as SPIN, Strategic Selling, Miller Heiman etc.
Sound problem solving skills with a creative approach to complex client problems
Experience with CRM software
About you:
Motivated, inspiring and trusted by those who work with you
Thrive in a fast paced environment and able to flexibly adapt to changing priorities
Grounded and focused on results
A self-starter with a 'can-do' attitude
A strong communicator with a confident and professional presentation
Requirements:
Legally authorized to work in the European Union
Very strong written and verbal English skills
Bilingual in English and Italian
Benefits
Uncapped commission potential
Comprehensive onboarding program with ongoing sales training
Global leave benefit
22 weeks paid parental leave
2 weeks paid grandparent leave
Extended care and bereavement leave
Life insurance policy
Pension Plan
Central Amsterdam Location
Discount CZ insurance
Working in a multicultural environment - 45 different nationalities
Commuting allowance for public transport & subsidized lunch
Some travel to visit clients in person and/or attend trade events as needed
All benefits are subject to change.
Fare Harbor is committed to creating a diverse environment, and we are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. We welcome talent that can offer us new insights and perspectives on challenges that we face, and we take measures to eliminate unconscious bias throughout the interview and hiring process. In tandem, we work to cultivate an inclusive culture in which all of our employees can be their authentic selves. To learn more about how we use your information, see our Privacy Statement for Applicants. By submitting your application, you confirm that you understand and agree that your information will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Statement for Applicants. Any offer of work (e.g. employment, assignment) will be subjected to the successful completion of pre-employment screening.