Description

At MMGY Global, we believe nothing shapes your view of the world like travel. Every day, we share our clients’ stories from a perspective that inspires people to see the world differently. Our personalised service and strategy connect media, consumers and trade partners across the globe.

We are seeking an experienced Sales and Marketing Account Director (f/m/d) to lead the development and delivery of strategic sales and trade marketing activities, driving client success and commercial growth across the German-speaking market.

Your Mission:

You will lead a team across client accounts, developing and implementing strategic sales and marketing initiatives to:

• Increase client and destination awareness across the German-speaking market.
• Strengthen relationships with key travel trade and industry partners.
• Develop strategic marketing activities that raise client profiles and drive sales.
• Maximise commercial opportunities through effective partnerships and campaigns.
• Lead and develop a motivated, high-performing team to deliver client objectives.

Your Responsibilities Include:

• Develop and direct strategic annual plans for clients, identifying opportunities and creative initiatives to achieve agreed objectives and performance targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with travel trade contacts, airlines, tour operators, hotels, suppliers and other relevant industry partners.
• Lead the planning and implementation of integrated sales and marketing activities, ensuring effective delivery and measurable results.
• Oversee client budgets, negotiate supplier contracts and monitor external partner performance to ensure value and quality.
• Manage team workloads and allocate responsibilities in collaboration with Account Managers, ensuring projects are delivered effectively.
• Provide leadership, guidance and strategic advice to the team, supporting problem-solving and acting as a sounding board when needed.
• Support new business development through proposal writing and pitch presentations.

Your Profile:

• Degree-level qualification, ideally in Sales, Marketing, Tourism, Business or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years' experience within the tourism industry, including at least 2 years in a senior or leadership capacity.
• Established network of contacts across the German-speaking travel trade.
• Strong marketing background, with experience developing and managing strategic marketing activities and multi-channel campaigns.
• In-depth understanding of the German-speaking travel and lifestyle sectors, including consumer behaviour, media and trade dynamics.
• Proven experience leading and developing teams, managing budgets and overseeing multiple client activities.
• Excellent negotiation and analytical skills, with experience working across the German-speaking travel, media and commercial landscape.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage senior international stakeholders.
• Outstanding written communication and presentation skills, with the ability to develop creative and effective solutions.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken; basic Spanish language skills or above would be an advantage.

What We Offer:

• The essentials: company pension plan, regular training opportunities, team events, employee discounts & more.
• Freedom and trust: We don’t micromanage. We trust you to independently plan and implement creative campaigns for your client.
• Variety: No two days are alike. Our job is diverse, and we love being on the road—today a familiarisation trip, tomorrow lunch with a tour operator. If you like being out and about, this is the right place for you.
• International exposure: We work with international clients, constantly immerse ourselves in new cultures, and meet people with a deep passion for their country—an enriching experience in every direction.
• Broader horizons: Our projects give you the opportunity to think globally, work across markets, and grow professionally and personally.

Interested?
We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications—regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, or identity.

Why Work With Us? 
At MMGY Global, we’re more than a travel marketing agency, we’re a global collective of 800+ passionate travel storytellers. We offer 30 vacation days, 3 personal days, a pension plan, and training tailored to your development. You’ll enjoy a flexible work schedule, state-of-the-art tech, and a culture of trust and independence.