German-Speaking Sales Representative – Digital Ads

Recruitment Direct; Barcelona; Hybrid; EUR 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Private health insurance

Continuous training, professional dev.

Certifications

Clear career progression opportunities

Dynamic international environment

Employee referral program

Job summary

Recruitment Direct is seeking a German-speaking Sales Representative for our Barcelona-based digital ads team. You will build and manage a portfolio of SMB clients across the DACH market, guiding them through the sales cycle and optimizing campaigns for measurable growth.

In this full-time, hybrid role, you’ll earn a €24,310 gross/year base salary plus up to €4,290 gross/year in performance bonuses, with relocation support and ongoing training to develop your digital marketing and sales

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• C2-level German and strong English communication skills.
• At least 2 years of sales experience, ideally in target-driven or high-value sales.

Responsibilities

• Convert inbound and outbound leads into new advertising customers.
• Build and manage your own portfolio of SMB clients.
• Identify opportunities to upsell and expand existing customer relationships.
• Understand clients’ business objectives and recommend relevant advertising solutions.
• Guide customers through the complete sales process, from initial contact to campaign launch.
• Advise clients on how to optimize their digital advertising campaigns and maximize performance.
• Develop effective sales strategies to increase revenue and customer profitability.
• Build long-term relationships with clients and become a trusted digital advertising advisor.
• Consistently achieve individual sales and revenue targets.
• Use CRM systems and customer data to manage opportunities and drive growth.

Skills

C2-level German

Strong English communication

Sales experience

CRM experience

Analytical thinking

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Description: German-Speaking Sales Representative – Digital Ads Location: Barcelona, Spain Employment: Full-time, Hybrid – 39 hours/week Salary: €24,310 gross/year + up to €4,290 gross/year in performance bonuses

About the Role

Are you a German-speaking sales professional looking for your next career opportunity in Barcelona? Join our dynamic team and help businesses unlock their growth potential through innovative digital advertising solutions.

As a German-Speaking Sales Representative, you will work with businesses across the DACH market, helping them create and optimize effective online advertising campaigns. You’ll become a trusted advisor to SMBs and high-potential businesses, guiding them through the sales process and helping them achieve measurable results with digital advertising. This is an exciting opportunity to build your sales career in a fast-paced, technology-focused environment, while working with ambitious companies and developing your expertise in digital marketing.

Your Responsibilities

• Convert qualified inbound and outbound leads into new advertising customers.
• Build and manage your own portfolio of SMB clients.
• Identify opportunities to upsell and expand existing customer relationships.
• Understand clients’ business objectives and recommend relevant advertising solutions.
• Guide customers through the complete sales process, from initial contact to campaign launch.
• Advise clients on how to optimize their digital advertising campaigns and maximize performance.
• Develop effective sales strategies to increase revenue and customer profitability.
• Build long-term relationships with clients and become a trusted digital advertising advisor.
• Consistently achieve individual sales and revenue targets.
• Use CRM systems and customer data to manage opportunities and drive growth.
• Apply AI tools and data insights to improve prospecting, customer engagement, and sales effectiveness.
• Stay informed about the German digital marketing landscape and identify new market opportunities.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• C2-level German and strong English communication skills.
• At least 2 years of sales experience, ideally in a target-driven or high-value sales environment.
• Proven ability to convert warm leads and close sales with SMB customers.
• Strong understanding of customer needs, business objectives, and commercial opportunities.
• Experience using CRM systems to manage customer relationships and sales pipelines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team.
• Self-motivated, proactive, competitive, and results-oriented mindset.
• Strong customer focus and commitment to delivering an excellent customer experience.
• Good business acumen and the ability to identify growth opportunities.

German Market Expertise

• Knowledge of German business etiquette and cultural nuances.
• Ability to build trust and strong relationships with German-speaking clients.
• Understanding of the German digital marketing ecosystem.
• Ability to analyze market trends and customer data.
• Strong commercial awareness and opportunity-identification skills.
• Confidence navigating complex customer requirements and business challenges.
• Ability to position digital advertising solutions as an integrated part of a customer's wider marketing strategy.

Desirable Skills

• Process Excellence – continuously improving processes and ways of working.
• Collaboration – sharing ideas and working effectively with colleagues.
• Emotional Intelligence – understanding customer needs and building positive relationships.
• Open-Mindedness – embracing different perspectives and approaches.
• Critical Thinking – using data and evidence to make informed decisions.
• Solution Orientation – focusing on practical solutions to customer challenges.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset – identifying opportunities, taking initiative, and embracing innovation.

What We Offer

• €24,310 gross annual base salary
• Up to €4,290 gross/year in performance bonuses
• Full-time, 39 hours/week, hybrid position in Barcelona
• Relocation support
• Private health insurance
• Continuous training, professional development, and certifications
• Clear career progression opportunities with dedicated coaching and support
• Dynamic, international, and technology-focused working environment
• Regular team contests and performance initiatives
• Business-casual workplace culture
• Prime office location in Barcelona
• Employee referral program with the opportunity to earn up to €2,000 for successful referrals, depending on the language and project

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• C2-level German and strong English communication skills.
• At least 2 years of sales experience, ideally in a target-driven or high-value sales environment.
• Proven ability to convert warm leads and close sales with SMB customers.
• Strong understanding of customer needs, business objectives, and commercial opportunities.
• Experience using CRM systems to manage customer relationships and sales pipelines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team.
• Self-motivated, proactive, competitive, and results-oriented mindset.
• Strong customer focus and commitment to delivering an excellent customer experience.
• Good business acumen and the ability to identify growth opportunities.

Offer

Salary: €24,310 gross/year + up to €4,290 gross/year in performance bonuses