Business Development Executive
Company Description Naftilos Marine & Yachting Services is a yachting agency based in Piraeus, Greece, providing comprehensive support across all Greek ports. The company delivers full agency services year-round, around the clock, to yacht owners, masters, and crew, covering technical, administrative, and regulatory requirements.
Naftilos manages all tasks related to crew employment, from selection and placement to ongoing support. The organization also offers specialized training at its headquarters in areas such as MLC 2006, ISM, STCW, GMDSS, Medical Care, ISPS, and supports the issuance of health cards, licenses, verifications, permits, and applications for schools and nautical academies.
Role Description The Business Development Executive role is a tempo parziale, remote position focused on expanding Naftilos Marine & Yachting Services’ client base within the yachting and marine sector. Day-to-day responsibilities include identifying and qualifying new business opportunities, generating leads through digital outreach and networking, and building relationships with yacht owners, captains, and industry partners.
The role involves managing client accounts, preparing proposals, coordinating with internal teams to align service offerings with client needs, and maintaining accurate records of opportunities and activities in CRM tools.
The Business Development
Executive will also monitor market trends, contribute to business growth strategies, and represent the company’s services in a professional and client-centered manner.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a yacht agent is highly valued.
- Location can be either Liguria or South of France
- Demonstrated skills in New Business Development and Lead Generation, with the ability to proactively identify and pursue opportunities.
- Solid understanding of Business principles and Account Management to maintain and grow long-term client relationships.
- Strong Communication skills, including clear written and verbal communication in English; Greek language skills are an asset.
- Experience or strong interest in the marine, yachting, or maritime services sector is highly beneficial.
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage time effectively, and handle multiple prospects and tasks.
- Proficiency with office productivity tools and CRM or sales tracking systems.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Maritime Studies, or a related field is preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Professional, client-focused attitude and willingness to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Naftilos manages all tasks related to crew employment, from selection and placement to ongoing support. The organization also offers specialized training at its headquarters in areas such as MLC 2006, ISM, STCW, GMDSS, Medical Care, ISPS, and supports the issuance of health cards, licenses, verifications, permits, and applications for schools and nautical academies.
Role Description The Business Development Executive role is a tempo parziale, remote position focused on expanding Naftilos Marine & Yachting Services’ client base within the yachting and marine sector. Day-to-day responsibilities include identifying and qualifying new business opportunities, generating leads through digital outreach and networking, and building relationships with yacht owners, captains, and industry partners.
The role involves managing client accounts, preparing proposals, coordinating with internal teams to align service offerings with client needs, and maintaining accurate records of opportunities and activities in CRM tools.
The Business Development
Executive will also monitor market trends, contribute to business growth strategies, and represent the company’s services in a professional and client-centered manner.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a yacht agent is highly valued.
- Location can be either Liguria or South of France
- Demonstrated skills in New Business Development and Lead Generation, with the ability to proactively identify and pursue opportunities.
- Solid understanding of Business principles and Account Management to maintain and grow long-term client relationships.
- Strong Communication skills, including clear written and verbal communication in English; Greek language skills are an asset.
- Experience or strong interest in the marine, yachting, or maritime services sector is highly beneficial.
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage time effectively, and handle multiple prospects and tasks.
- Proficiency with office productivity tools and CRM or sales tracking systems.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Maritime Studies, or a related field is preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Professional, client-focused attitude and willingness to collaborate with cross-functional teams.