Business Development Manager (French Speaking)

About Us:

Planet is a leading technology company transforming payments by putting customer experience first. We offer integrated solutions that include payment processing, VAT refunds, dynamic currency conversion, and management services for merchants in the Retail and Hospitality sectors worldwide.

In recent years, we have experienced significant growth, expanding our services and global presence.

With strong private equity investors, Advent International and Eurazeo, we have the financial capital and expertise to grow our capabilities and reach through acquisitions.

Our mission is to create a world of connected commerce where payments are simple, secure, and seamless, enabling our partners to deliver exceptional experiences to their customers. 

Role overview

We are seeking a motivated and dynamic individual to join our sales team as a Business Development Manager focus in the French and Swiss market. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing sales activities within a specific, regionally defined area. Key responsibilities include all tasks related to customer relationship management, such as proposal creation, product presentations, and the development and implementation of an individual sales strategy within your designated market. The primary objectives of the Business Development Manager are to:

What you'll do:

• Expand and secure the company's market position within the designated sales territory

• Take sales responsibility for specific postal code areas in terms of acquiring new customers

• Actively upsell Planet products to new and assigned customer base

• Conduct contract negotiations

• Plan and conduct product presentations on-site or remotely for prospects and existing customers

• Provide advice on our products and new developments to prospects

• Independently handle written and telephone correspondence within the scope of duties

• Prepare and follow up on offers

• Serve as a point of contact for customer inquiries regarding offers, contracts, and products

• Liaise with other departments and our sales partners

• Support and participate in industry-specific events, trade fairs, and marketing activities

• Maintain sustainable personal customer relationships

• Serve as a contact person for customers regarding cross-departmental customer interests

• Monitor competitors

• Gather customer feedback and conduct market research

Who you are:

• Proven experience in sales or business development within the hotel technology landscape (PMS and Payment)

• Strong communication and negotiation skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Native French language skills and proficiency in English is required

• Knowledge of the French and Swiss market

• Willingness to travel within the designated sales territory

Why Planet :

Planet is an equal opportunity employer where diversity is valued, and all employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Come and grow your career in the most exciting, fast paced technology market, with a business that delivers feel-good connected commerce. We would love to hear from you – Apply now.

At Planet, we embrace a hybrid work model, with three days a week in the office.
 

Reasonable accommodations may be made in order to allow for an individual to perform the essential functions of this role successfully.