German Speaking Sales Development Representative

Are you a highly driven sales professional fluent in German at a native level? Do you thrive in a dynamic, results-driven setting and possess a passion for cutting-edge technology? We're actively seeking an energetic Sales Development Representative to join our team in Athens, Greece. You'll play a crucial role in expanding our market presence for groundbreaking software solutions

We are a leading global technology company, celebrated for our innovative software solutions that ignite creativity and revolutionize industries worldwide. Our Athens office is a key hub for our operations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, supporting various vital initiatives. This is an exceptional chance to significantly contribute to our growth while advancing your career within a supportive and forward-thinking organization.

Your Role as a Sales Development Representative

As a German Sales Development Representative, you'll be at the forefront of our sales efforts. Your main objective will be to identify and engage with potential business clients, generating high-quality leads and arranging qualified meetings for our senior sales team, directly fueling our expansion.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Prospective Client Identification: Proactively research and pinpoint potential B2B clients in various industries using diverse tools and platforms.
• Outbound Engagement: Initiate contact with prospective clients through various channels, including cold calling, personalized email outreach, and professional networking (e.g., LinkedIn Sales Navigator), all conducted fluently in German.
• Needs Discovery & Qualification: Conduct in-depth conversations to understand client requirements, challenges, and current solutions, effectively assessing their potential as a high-value sales opportunity.
• Solution Articulation: Clearly explain the unique benefits and value proposition of our innovative software solutions, tailoring your message to resonate with each prospect's specific needs and business context.
• Meeting Coordination: Successfully arrange qualified meetings and product demonstrations for our Account Executives, ensuring a seamless transition of promising leads into the sales pipeline.
• CRM Management: Meticulously maintain accurate records of all activities, interactions, and lead statuses in our CRM system (e.g., Salesforce), ensuring robust data integrity and clear pipeline visibility.
• Market Intelligence: Gather and share valuable feedback from the market regarding emerging trends, competitor activities, and evolving customer needs to help shape our sales and marketing strategies.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay informed about product updates, industry trends, and advanced sales best practices to consistently enhance your performance and contribute to team success.
  
  

What We're Looking For

To thrive in this role, you'll need a blend of sales expertise, linguistic skill, and a proactive attitude:

• Language Proficiency: Native or near-native (C2) fluency in German is essential for all client-facing communications, including an understanding of regional nuances. Strong English communication skills (B2/C1 equivalent) are also required for internal communication, training, and collaborating with global teams.
• Sales Acumen: A minimum of 1 year of proven B2B sales experience in a similar Sales Development, Business Development, or Inside Sales capacity is a must.
• Communication & Persuasion: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to quickly build rapport, articulate complex value propositions, and effectively address objections.
• Resilience & Drive: A highly motivated, target-driven individual who performs well under pressure and is not deterred by challenges, consistently seeking to exceed goals.
• Tech Savviness: Comfortable utilizing CRM software (e.g., Salesforce), sales engagement platforms (e.g., Outreach, Salesloft), and LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to effectively identify client needs and propose relevant, impactful solutions.
• Adaptability: The ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently in a fast-paced, evolving sales environment.
• Learning Agility: Eagerness and capacity to quickly learn about complex software solutions and a dynamic industry.
  
  

Perks & Benefits

Joining our team means becoming part of a forward-thinking company that values its people and invests in their success. We offer:

• Competitive Compensation: A rewarding salary package that acknowledges your expertise and contributions, complemented by a strong uncapped bonus structure that generously rewards your performance.
• Performance-Driven Hybrid Model: Enjoy flexibility with a hybrid work arrangement that adapts to your achievements. You'll work on-site at our modern Athens office for initial onboarding, collaborative team activities, and strategic planning. Subsequently, based on your consistent performance and accomplishment of targets, you will transition to a model of 2 days on-site and 3 days remotely from the comfort of your home.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including health insurance, life insurance, and many more perks designed to support your well-being.
• Relocation Support: For candidates joining us from abroad, we offer a comprehensive relocation package (including flight tickets and initial accommodation support) to ensure a smooth transition to Athens.
• Career Advancement: Significant opportunities for continuous professional development, advanced sales training, and long-term career progression within our expansive global network. We are deeply committed to fostering our employees' growth into future sales leaders.
• Dynamic Culture: Be part of a vibrant, multicultural team that values innovation, collaboration, and a positive, encouraging work atmosphere.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with leading-edge software solutions that are at the forefront of industry transformation.