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FlixTrain is seeking a Business Development Manager to take full ownership of high-impact projects and partnerships that shape the future of customer experience in long-distance rail transport. You will identify opportunities, build solutions from the ground up, and continuously push partners to raise the bar. Your responsibilities include managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects; maintaining strong day-to-day partner relationships; supporting the execution of strategy to become the largest private and most loved provider of long-distance rail transport; driving key strategic projects that enhance the on-board customer experience; collaborating with internal and external stakeholders including production, partner management, and network and business planning teams; establishing project management structures with timelines and steering formats; and establishing reporting formats with KPI tracking and senior management presentations.
You will be at the forefront of the rail industry where customer experience increasingly defines competitive operators, directly influencing how FlixTrain stays competitive, innovative, and committed to delivering high-quality, memorable journeys for every passenger.
FlixTrain offers a hybrid work model (office-first with flexibility), up to 60 days per year working from another location, 12 free Flix vouchers plus 12 discount vouchers for friends and family, wellbeing support including confidential 1:1 counselling and stress management, learning and development opportunities including language classes and training courses, and a mentoring program to accelerate your career.
**Requirements:**
- Completed degree in business administration, business & logistics, or a related field
- At least 3 years of professional experience in operations consulting or management of cross-functional projects in collaboration with several external partners, preferably in the railway industry
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills (including PowerPoint)
- Track record of successfully implementing complex projects
- Experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
- Self-motivated and reliable with drive to continuously improve existing structures
- Full working proficiency in both English and German (both at minimum C1 level)
