Business Development Specialist

• You'll support the commercial development of our cruise business for assigned cruise line clients, markets and ports, directly contributing to Intercruises' growth objectives
• Acting as a key commercial contact for cruise line clients, you'll manage Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and handle ad hoc quotation requests with professionalism and efficiency
• You'll identify, negotiate and contract local suppliers, ensuring we secure competitive costs whilst maintaining quality standards and compliance with both cruise line and TUI Musement requirements
• Preparing accurate financial and content proposals is central to your role, ensuring alignment with client specifications, timelines and our margin targets
• You'll acquire new cruise business through active participation in RFPs, nurturing existing relationships and spotting fresh commercial opportunities
• Working closely with our Operations teams, you'll ensure seamless alignment between quoted and delivered services, supporting smooth service delivery for our clients

• You bring proven experience within the cruise or tourism industry, ideally in a commercial, sales or account management role
• Your strong commercial mindset is backed by proven negotiation skills and a track record of building and maintaining long-term client and supplier partnerships
• You have a solid understanding of the cruise industry landscape and tourism trends across destinations
• Experience in supplier management, contracting and cost optimisation comes naturally to you
• You're confident working with financial data and digital tools such as Salesforce, CRM systems and task management platforms
• Your excellent communication and collaboration skills enable you to work effectively in a global, multicultural environment, with strong English language skills (both written and verbal) - additional languages are a plus

additional languages are a plus

• Attractive remuneration
• discretionary bonus schemes
• generous travel benefits
• extensive health & well-being support
• Access the TUI Learning Hub to level-up and reach your ambitions
• We champion intercultural collaboration and provide opportunities to work on global projects and teams
• Get involved with incredible local charity and sustainability initiatives like the TUI Care Foundation