Field Sales Account Executive (French and English speaking)

Lightspeed Commerce; Paris; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading technology company in Paris is seeking a Field Sales Account Executive who will drive in-person sales and manage the entire sales cycle from lead generation to closing deals. The ideal candidate has relevant sales experience, excellent customer skills, and is fluent in both French and English. This role offers opportunities for career growth and a flexible work environment, along with a rich benefits package including health and wellness credits and transit benefits.

Prestations

Lightspeed equity scheme

Health & Wellness credit (up to 400 EUR/year)

Mental health support

Work from anywhere up to 60 days/year

LinkedIn Learning access

Volunteer time off

Transit benefit

Lunch reimbursement for Paris office days

Health insurance

Qualifications

• Relevant sales experience in solution-sales/technology.
• Strong understanding of sales development best practices.
• Ability to manage time effectively.

Responsabilités

• Convert prospects into successful customers through in-person sales methods.
• Carry out the complete sales cycle from lead generation to closing deals.
• Visit customers regularly to identify business challenges.

Connaissances

Sales experience in field and outbound environments

Customer service and communication skills

Quantitative mindset

Fluency in French and English

Description du poste

Field Sales Account Executive (French and English speaking)

Paris, Paris, France

Lightspeed is looking for a Field Sales Account Executive to join our growing EMEA team. You will be implementing a strategy that requires you to have a physical presence across Paris. Each month you will drive the sales cycle from lead generation, to demonstrations, to closing deals.

Lightspeed’s Hospitality team is in hyper-growth mode. Our process has been refined and optimized; now is the time to expand our team and reach.

What you’ll be doing:

• Converting prospects into successful customers through in-person sales methods such as door-to-door, cold calling and presentations
• Carrying out the whole sales cycle including identifying and developing leads, meeting with clients, creating value propositions, structuring financial deals, negotiating contracts, and closing deals
• Visiting customers regularly to identify business challenges & pain points
• Conducting in-person demonstrations of the retail product
• Analyzing, reporting and acting on pipeline metrics
• Driving performance to meet monthly, quarterly and annual goals
• Creating new business through network events

What you’ll be bringing:

• Relevant sales experience in field and outbound environments, preferably in solution-sales/technology
• Strong understanding of sales development best practices
• Ability to manage time effectively
• Excellent customer service and communication skills (listening, verbal and written)
• Demonstrated ability to meet/exceed sales targets
• Quantitative mindset for data-driven decisions
• Thrives in a competitive, dynamic and quota-driven environment
• Fluency in French and English
• Entrepreneurial and agile mindset with bias toward action and adaptability

Nice to have:

• Experience in hospitality

We know that people are more than what’s on their CV. If you’re unsure you have the right profile for the role, hit the ‘Apply’ button and give it a try!

What’s in it for you?

Come live the Lightspeed experience...

• Genuine career opportunities in a company creating new jobs every day
• Team growth with real impact
• Exposure to modern technology
• Flexible work environment
• Opportunities to learn, expand skills, build relationships and contribute to Lightspeed’s inclusive culture

... and a range of benefits to keep you happy, healthy and supported:

• Lightspeed equity scheme
• Health & Wellness credit (up to 400 EUR/year for health-related expenses)
• Mental health support via Modern Health App
• People Experience (work from anywhere up to 60 days/year)
• LinkedIn Learning access
• Volunteer time off
• Transit benefit for public transport to the office
• Lunch reimbursement for Paris office days
• Healthy snacks and company-organized activities
• Health insurance with comprehensive plans

Lightspeed is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. Accommodations are available on request for candidates participating in the selection process.

Where to from here?

Check out our career page for more information.