Business Development Representative (German Speaking)

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automation solutions industry is looking for a Business Development Representative to join their growing sales team in Exeter. Ideal candidates should have a self-directed attitude with a passion for sales, strong communication skills, and preferably some experience in software product sales. The role includes outbound calling, nurturing leads, and collaborating with a dynamic team.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Dynamic team environment

Career growth potential

Qualifications

• 1+ year of sales experience preferred.
• Dynamic personality and strong communication skills.
• Experience in B2B sales highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Proactively seek new business opportunities through outbound calling.
• Engage and consult with potential clients.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets consistently.

Skills

Sales experience

Cold calling

Communication

Self-motivated

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, sales, or marketing

Tools

SalesForce.com

Microsoft Office

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Client:

Sphera

Location:

exeter, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Sphera is searching for an enthusiastic and motivated Business Development Representativewith a “go getter” sales hunter mentality to join our fast-growing sales team. As a member of our professional sales team, you will both follow up on marketing inquiries as well as hunt for new business opportunities with the goal of setting appointments for our global salesforce. This is an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that likes to work hard and have fun while they are doing it! All reps will be ramped up with a progression of virtual training, meetings with peers and business partners, and live practice to begin their sales journey.

Responsibilities

• Proactively seek out new business opportunities through outbound calling to engage, consult, and set appointments for field Sales Executives
• Focus on outbound campaigns and business development activities (calls, emails, social media) as well as promptly following up on inquiries coming from our awesome marketing programs
• Leverage proven consultative sales methodologies to analyze the prospect’s businesses to address their changing automation needs
• Leverage current technology to develop and manage a follow up cadence to systematically nurture potential leads that aren’t quite ready to buy
• Participate in interactive training & educational sessions in order to stay abreast of changes in Sphera solutions, sales, and the industry
• Consistently achieve and/or exceed daily activity and sales targets

Qualifications

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, self-directed entrepreneurial Inside Sales environment
• Experience working with clients/customers in a sales-oriented environment - Experience selling over the phone and cold calling a plus
• Dynamic personality that comes across over the phone and ability to engage potential clients with your confidence and presentation
• You are adaptable and can think on your feet. When faced with new challenges, or tough conversations, failure simply isn't an option
• Bachelor’s degree in business, sales, or marketing; or equivalent work experience
• 1+ year of sales experience, with a successful track record in solution-based selling environment highly preferred
• Software and/or software as a service (SaaS) product sales highly preferred
• Business to Business (B2B) sales experience highly preferred
• Self-motivated, high energy individual that can thrive in a competitive but fun team environment
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Experience with SalesForce.com or other CRM tool(s) highly preferred