German speaking Business Development Rep

Ericsson GmbH; Reading; On-site; GBP 34,115 - 55,437; Full time

Job summary

Ericsson GmbH is seeking an SDR in Munich to drive lead generation and manage a steady pipeline. You will engage prospects, qualify needs, and book high‑value appointments for Sales Reps. The role emphasizes a consultative approach, German fluency, and a fast‑moving environment that rewards proactivity.

The ideal candidate will be able to learn quickly, communicate product value with confidence, and collaborate with Inside & Field Sales to maximize outcomes.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (Marketing/Business preferred) or 6+ months of relevant experience.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage prospects confidently.
• Fluent in German and comfortable presenting to stakeholders.
• Grit, resilience, and a proactive, roll‑up‑your‑sleeves attitude.

Responsibilities

• Drive lead generation and manage prospect flow to maintain qualified opportunities.
• Hit quotas by combining outbound calls with targeted lead qualification.
• Develop and execute creative prospecting approaches that spark interest.
• Qualify prospects, uncover needs, and schedule high‑value appointments.
• Deliver confident sales presentations and articulate product value.

Skills

Strong communication

German fluency

Consultative mindset

Grit and resilience

Multi-tasking

Cold calling/ prospecting

Education

Associate’s degree (Marketing/Business preferred)

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Grow with us

About this opportunity: As an SDR at Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions, you’ll be at the frontlines of our growth, creating meaningful connections that turn into real business opportunities. Your work will directly fuel our sales engine and open doors for customers to experience the power of LTE and 5G.

What you will do

• Drive lead generation: Own prospecting and lead management, keeping a steady flow of qualified opportunities moving forward.
• Hit your goals: Meet and exceed quotas by combining strategic outbound calls with thoughtful lead qualification.
• Build a smart game plan: Develop and execute creative prospecting approaches that grab attention and spark interest.
• Set the stage for success: Qualify prospects, uncover their needs, and schedule high-value appointments for Sales Reps.
• Tell the story: Deliver confident sales presentations when needed, highlighting how we solve real-world business challenges.
• Stay sharp and informed: Learn our products quickly, communicate their value with confidence, and handle objections with ease.
• Run your business: Proactively manage your schedule, campaigns, and pipeline to consistently hit milestones and quarterly objectives.
• Be the bridge: Collaborate closely with Inside & Field Sales to maximize productivity and win together.
• Bring insights to the table: Share market intelligence with Sales and Marketing to help shape strategy and messaging.

The skills you bring

• We’re looking for someone who’s driven, curious, and ready to grow. If you’re hungry to learn, confident in picking up the phone, and eager to be part of a high-energy team, you’ll thrive here.
• Associate’s degree (Marketing/Business preferred) or 6+ months of relevant experience.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage prospects with confidence.
• A consultative mindset: you ask good questions, listen well, and uncover needs.
• Grit, resilience, and a roll‑up-your-sleeves attitude.
• Comfort with managing multiple tasks, priorities, and a fast-moving pipeline.
• Familiarity with Salesforce or similar CRM tools is a plus.
• Fluent in German.

Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.

Location: Germany (DE) – Munich