Business Development Manager (m / w / d)
At a glance
Mid-level Business Development role at Flix. Berlin · full-time.
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What you'll do
- Help shape and carry out the strategy for expanding long-distance rail transport
- Lead projects that improve passengers’ experience while travelling on board
- Coordinate work across production, partner management, network planning and business planning
- Set project schedules and steering routines, then track KPIs and prepare senior-management presentations
What you bring
- A degree in business administration, business and logistics, or a related discipline
- At least three years in operations consulting or cross-functional project management involving external partners
- Full professional command of English and German, at C1 level or higher in both
Who this fits
This role suits someone who has delivered complex projects with internal teams and outside partners, and can bring strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation and presentation skills. It is based in Berlin and uses a hybrid, office-first model.
From the employer
As Business Development Manager (m/f/d) at FlixTrain, you will take full ownership of high-impact projects and partnerships that shape the future of our customer experience.
Driven by a hands-on mindset and a genuine passion for operational excellence, you will identify opportunities, build solutions from the ground up, and continuously push our partners to raise the bar. From managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects to maintaining strong day-to-day partner relationships, you will be the driving force behind seamless, reliable on-board experiences across our growing fleet.
In a rail industry where customer experience increasingly defines the operators of tomorrow, your work will be at the forefront — directly influencing how FlixTrain stays competitive, innovative, and committed to delivering high-quality, memorable journeys for every passenger on board.
About the Role
- Support in defining and executing our strategy to become the largest private and most loved provider of long-distance rail transport
- Drive key strategic projects that enhance the customer experience on board our trains
- Collaborate with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including production, partner management, and network and business planning
- Establish project management structures, including project timelines and steering formats
- Establish reporting formats (incl. KPI tracking) and prepare presentations for senior management
- You will play an essential role in transforming the transport industry, which will contribute to the long-term success of the company
About You
- 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 (incl. PowerPoint)
- A track record of successfully implementing complex projects
- Experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
- Self-motivated and reliable, with the drive to continuously improve existing structures
- Full working proficiency in both English and German (both at min. C1 level)
What We Offer
- Travel perks: 12 free Flix vouchers + 12 discount vouchers for friends & family.
- Work from (M)Anywhere: depending on your role, work from another location for up to 60 days per year.
- Hybrid work model: we are an office-first company, but we offer flexibility to balance work and life.
- Wellbeing support: Access confidential 1:1 counselling, courses, and stress management for yourself and up to four family members.
- Learning & Development: Take advantage of language classes, training courses, and expert-led sessions to grow your skills.
- Mentoring Program: Connect with experienced colleagues to gain insights and accelerate your career.
Why Join Flix
At Flix, we focus on making travel easy, safe, and affordable – for both our passengers and our employees. Things move fast here, and there’s plenty of room to make a difference. We’re growing and improving every day, and we need people who are ready to jump in and help shape the way we work.
If you’re looking for a job where you can grow, make an impact, and be part of a team where your effort matters, FlixTrain is the place where you can lead your journey!
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