Apprenticeship - Business Developer & Event Specialist

Exotec; France; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship contract

Hands-on event management

Job summary

Exotec is seeking an aspiring events professional to join our team in France as an apprentice. You will plan, source, and manage events, coordinate with marketing, vendors, and clients, and ensure quality through all stages of the event lifecycle.

You will leverage Salesforce, nurture vendor relationships, and document outcomes while developing logistics expertise in a fast-growing, innovative robotics company.

Qualifications

• Currently studying in an engineering or business school and seeking a 2-year apprenticeship.
• Interest in the logistics sector or willingness to explore it.
• Motivation to join a fast-growing company recognized for product innovation.
• Strong communication skills, good writing abilities, and autonomy.
• Fluent in English and German.

Responsibilities

• Understand the requirements of each event.
• Plan events while considering budget and time constraints.
• Source vendors and select best quality-to-cost ratio.
• Manage all event operations (venue, invitations, equipment, stock of materials).
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure the best terms.
• Perform final checks on event day to meet standards.
• Evaluate event success and provide reporting.
• Collaborate with marketing to promote events and raise awareness.
• Proactively manage and resolve issues during events.
• Update Salesforce and campaign data; handle client NDAs with legal team.

Skills

Event planning

Vendor management

Negotiation

Salesforce

Communication

Autonomy

English

German

Education

Engineering or business school enrollment

Tools

CRM software

Salesforce

Job description

At Exotec, we put technological excellence at the service of redefining the relationship between humans and robots. Across the globe, our solutions are revolutionizing the way our customers deliver their products to end consumers. We contribute to the success of leading brands in retail and industry, while improving the working conditions of their employees.

By combining artificial intelligence with high-performance hardware, our robots are now deployed worldwide. Their success has made us France’s first industrial unicorn.

Joining Exotec means giving meaning to your skills. Grow with our ExoPeople around the world and turn your ideas into reality.

The robotics revolution driven by Exotec is just beginning — are you ready to be part of it?

We foster an inclusive and equitable workplace open to all genders. Even if you don’t meet all the requirements but are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Understand the requirements of each event
• Plan events while considering budget and time constraints
• Source vendors and select the best quality-to-cost ratio
• Manage all event operations (venue, invitations, equipment, order management, stock of goodies and brochures, client relations, etc.)
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure the best terms
• Perform final checks on the day of the event to ensure everything meets standards
• Evaluate event success and provide reporting
• Propose ideas to improve services and event quality
• Collaborate with marketing to promote and raise awareness of events
• Proactively manage and resolve any issues that arise during events
• Conduct market research, identify event opportunities, and generate interest
• Update and manage Salesforce and campaign data
• Handle client NDAs (Non-Disclosure Agreements) and coordinate with the legal team
• Conduct outbound prospecting by calling potential clients
• Manage and qualify inbound leads, and disqualify when appropriate

Requirements

• Currently studying in an engineering or business school, seeking a 2-year apprenticeship
• Interest in the logistics sector, or willingness to explore it
• Motivation to join a fast-growing company recognized for product innovation
• Strong communication skills, good writing abilities, and autonomy
• Fluent in English and German