👋 Hey future Weder!
We are looking for a highly strategic and results-driven Head of Distribution / Business Development to lead our growth across markets, partners, and products.
Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the Executive Committee, you will lead a team of 3 people and own the strategy to expand distribution channels, diversify revenue streams, grow our offering, and unlock new markets.
This is a key leadership role for someone who combines strong tourism expertise, commercial sharpness, and hands-on execution in a fast-growing travel & e-commerce environment.
🚀 Key Responsibilities
* Define and execute the distribution and business development strategy aligned with company growth
* Expand and optimise distribution channels, onboarding new partners and scaling existing ones
* Develop new revenue streams through strategic partnerships (e.g. insurance, advertising, sponsorships, audience monetisation)
* Grow and diversify the travel offering, integrating new inventory providers (hotels, bedbanks, activities, aggregators)
* Identify and launch new product categories and market opportunities, building strong business cases
* Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing BD team
* Work cross-functionally with Marketing, Product, Tech, Sales, and Operations
* Represent Weekendesk with key partners and at industry events
🙋 What we’re looking for
* 8+ years of experience in Business Development, Distribution, or Strategic Partnerships
* Strong background in tourism / hospitality (OTA, travel tech, hotel groups, marketplaces, bedbanks, tour operators)
* Proven track record of closing complex, high-impact deals
* Experience leading teams and working closely with C-level stakeholders
* Strategic mindset combined with strong execution and analytical skills
* Comfortable operating in fast-paced, scaling environments
* Fluent English, high proficiency in French (Spanish is a plus!)
✨ Perks & Benefits
🏠 Hybrid work model: 3 days at the office, 2 remote (flexible), plus 10 work-from-anywhere days per year (within Europe, ±1h time difference)
🍜 Meal vouchers: 5€/day net (Ticket Restaurant)
😷 Private health insurance with exclusive employee discount
🎁 Employee discount: 20% off Weekendesk bookings
💸 Referral bonus for recommending talented friends
🎉 Regular social events (afterworks, themed parties, Summer Event, and more)
🍵 General office perks
Ready to Take the Leap?🏄
Apply today and don't forget to visit our website to know more about us!