Sales & Business Development Manager

Netlight; Köln; Vor Ort; EUR 53.550 - 72.450; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

International working environment

Flat hierarchies and transparent pay

Competitive compensation with clear 63

Structured mentorship and development

Zusammenfassung

Netlight is expanding its Engagement Search team in Cologne. You will drive sales, business development, account management and customer success, guiding prospects from first contact to deal closure and ensuring ongoing client growth.

The role emphasizes building strong relationships, networking with industry leaders, and contributing to a high-performing, international consulting environment.

Qualifikationen

• Full business-level fluency in written and spoken German & English is required.
• Passion for Tech, Sales, Communication, Networking, and Entrepreneurship.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships and identify needs.
• Internships or student roles in Sales, Business Development, Consulting, Startups or similar welcome.

Aufgaben

• Exploring the NRW tech scene and identifying potential clients.
• Owning the full sales cycle from first touchpoint to closing.
• Managing client relationships and building scalable, sustainable teams.
• Networking with local industry leaders to grow a strong professional network.

Kenntnisse

German

English

Sales

Communication

Networking

Entrepreneurship

Jobbeschreibung

Please read the required qualifications carefully and note that full business-level fluency in German & English is a requirement.

ABOUT US

Netlight is an international digital consulting firm, helping leading companies to succeed in the digital landscape, from advice to implementation.

Our service contains the collective intelligence of 2000 consultants offering a comprehensive range of digital services, from strategy to technology. We support industries that are facing new challenges and opportunities based on new technology, to make better business.

Netlight has been awarded several times for profitable growth and management, as a top employer, and for our engagement in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Located in Stockholm, Gothenburg, Oslo, Helsinki, Copenhagen, Munich, Hamburg, Berlin, Frankfurt, Zurich, Cologne, Amsterdam, Madrid, Toronto and London. Co-creating the future today, since 1999.

THE ROLE

When working with Sales and Growth you will be a part of the creative and high-performing Engagement Search (ES) Team in Cologne, one of three core processes of Netlight.

Your main responsibility will be around sales, business development, account management & customer success. You'll own the full customer journey - from lead generation, meeting potential prospects and closing deals to ensuring client success and driving account growth.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Exploring the NRW tech scene & the latest industry trends; identifying potential clients and their needs
• Reaching out to potential clients and owning the full sales cycle from first touchpoint to closing
• Managing client relationships & building strong project teams, making sure to build strong, scalable & sustainable client relationships
• Representing Netlight while meeting and networking with local industry leaders, building a strong & sustainable network of relevant industry contacts.

REQUIREMENTS

• Full business-level fluency in written and spoken German & English
• Passion for Tech, Sales, Communication, Networking, and Entrepreneurship
• Strong communication skills with a natural talent to build relationships & identify needs
• Some relevant experience through internships, working student jobs, or engagement in student organizations in Sales, Business Development, Consulting, Venture Capital, Startups or similar, ideally in a tech-heavy environment.

WE OFFER

• The unique opportunity to be part of building a local company further
• As part of Netlight you will be supported by one of the most successful IT-Consultancies in the industry
• Personal development is core and realized through a culture of knowledge sharing, feedback and mentorship
• An international working environment
• Unique company structure with flat hierarchies and transparent salary model
• Competitive compensation: Fixed starting salary of €63,000 gross p.a. with strong progression (no commissions) & attractive benefits package

The desired start date is September 2026.

Please apply by following the link, including your up-to-date CV. If we find that your profile matches what we are looking for, you will hear from us within two weeks of applying.

We're looking forward to your application!