Business Development Representative Belgium Market (Dutch Speaking)

RTL2 Fernsehen GmbH & Co. KG; Dublin; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings plan

Monthly wellness allowance

Flexible time off and leave policies

Parental support programmes

Employee discounts and perks

Job summary

Salesforce is seeking a Business Development Representative to generate new business opportunities and build a robust sales pipeline from outbound prospecting. The role collaborates with sales teams to identify, develop, and qualify opportunities, introducing customers to Salesforce solutions across multiple industries.

This fast-paced role offers training, career progression, and exposure to a diverse customer base, with a focus on building lasting relationships in a dynamic SaaS environment.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Dutch and English, with the right to work in Ireland.
• Experience in business development, sales, or a client-facing role.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Experience in prospecting, account research, and outbound engagement.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Track record of achieving or exceeding performance targets.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business pipeline through targeted outbound prospecting.
• Manage and qualify inbound leads generated through outbound activity.
• Conduct account research to identify key decision-makers and opportunities.
• Engage prospective customers through cold calling, email, and social outreach.
• Partner with Account Executives to develop and execute territory strategies.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across new and existing accounts.
• Nurture early-stage opportunities and progress them through the sales funnel.

Skills

Dutch & English fluency

Business development experience

Sales experience

Client-facing skills

Prospecting

Account research

Outbound engagement

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Performance targets

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

About the Opportunity

By applying to this Business Development Representative role at Salesforce, your profile will be reviewed by multiple hiring teams across our organisation. This approach allows us to align you with the team, product, and industry that best matches your experience and career ambitions.

Opportunities may exist across a range of industries and product areas, including:

• Financial Services


• Healthcare & Life Sciences


• Retail & Consumer Goods


• Communications, Media & Technology


• Public Sector


• Manufacturing


• Professional Services


• Commercial Business Services

As well as across our leading cloud solutions:

• Slack


• MuleSoft


• Tableau


• Marketing Cloud


• Industry & Specialisation Clouds

The Role

Our Business Development Representative team sits at the forefront of our sales organisation, responsible for generating new business opportunities and building pipeline that drives long-term growth.

In this role, you will focus on outbound prospecting and strategic account engagement, partnering closely with sales teams to identify, develop, and qualify opportunities. You will play a critical role in introducing prospective customers to the value of Salesforce, contributing directly to revenue generation and business expansion.

This is a fast-paced, high-impact environment that offers structured training, clear career progression, and the opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of customers across multiple industries.

Location

Location: Dublin (relocation required or willingness to relocate)
Languages: Fluency Dutch & English required

Why Join Salesforce?

Sales Development is the foundation of the sales organisation at Salesforce. It is where careers in technology sales are built and where future Account Executives develop their skills.

As a BDR, you will:

• Contribute directly to the creation of new business pipeline


• Partner with experienced sales professionals and leadership teams


• Gain exposure to complex sales cycles and enterprise customers


• Build the core skills required for long-term success in SaaS sales

You will also take part in a comprehensive onboarding and training programme, designed to accelerate your development. This includes product training, mentorship, and ongoing coaching to support your progression within the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate new business pipeline through targeted outbound prospecting


• Manage and qualify inbound leads generated through outbound activity


• Conduct account research to identify key decision-makers and opportunities


• Engage prospective customers through cold calling, email, and social outreach


• Partner with Account Executives to develop and execute territory strategies


• Build relationships with stakeholders across new and existing accounts


• Nurture early-stage opportunities and progress them through the sales funnel

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluency in Dutch and English, with the right to work in Ireland


• Experience in business development, sales, or a client-facing role


• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment


• Experience in prospecting, account research, and outbound engagement


• Strong communication and relationship-building skills


• Track record of achieving or exceeding performance targets
  
• Degree or equivalent experience (including internships, extracurricular leadership, or relevant work experience)

Benefits

• Private health insurance, life insurance, and retirement savings plan


• Monthly wellness allowance


• Flexible time off and leave policies


• Parental support programmes


• Employee discounts and additional perks

Employees also receive seven paid volunteer days per year, along with donation matching for charitable contributions.

Equality & Inclusion

Salesforce is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and ensure reasonable accommodations are provided throughout the recruitment process where required.

Accommodations

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