Ponant Expands in China with New Recruitment Opportunities

Ponant is strengthening its presence in China by launching a hiring initiative to fill two important roles in the region.

One of the roles is for a Business Development Manager, who will report directly to the Head of Sales & Marketing.

According to the job description, this position involves identifying and pursuing new business opportunities within a designated region in China. Additionally, the manager will nurture relationships with existing key accounts, offering sales support and training to maintain long-term partnerships.

Other responsibilities include overseeing bookings and collaborating with the sales and marketing teams. The ideal candidate must be fluent in both English and Mandarin and possess more than three years of experience in China’s cruise industry or luxury travel sector.

Ponant is also hiring a Reservations and Documentation Executive to support its operations in China.

This role focuses on managing both FIT and group bookings, processing payments, and handling guest travel documents. The executive will also assist the Business Development Manager in communication with trade partners and contribute to the planning and execution of sales and marketing efforts.

Applicants for this role must be fluent in English and Mandarin and have at least two years of experience in the cruise or luxury travel industries in China. Both positions require a strong understanding of Chinese and European business cultures.

In related news, Ponant recently acquired a majority stake in Aqua Expeditions, a luxury expedition company operating in regions such as South America and Southeast Asia. The deal was backed by the Artémis Group, which also owns luxury fashion brands under Kering, including Gucci, Saint Laurent, and Balenciaga.