Global Sponsorship & Partnerships Lead

Homerun B.V.; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days leave

Performance bonus up to 1 month

12-month contract

Pension scheme

Remote days up to 20 per year

€1000 development budget

Bike lease

Travel expense card

International network opportunities

Multicultural environment

Job summary

Solarplaza seeks an International Business Developer to own sponsorship sales and drive commercial growth across our global B2B conferences in solar and energy storage.

You will combine new business development, account management, and strategic planning, engaging senior decision-makers and industry leaders to build lasting partnerships. The role emphasizes ownership, results, and international collaboration.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in B2B sales, business development, sponsorship sales, or account management.
• Proven track record of owning commercial targets and delivering results.
• Experience managing the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing.
• Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills.
• Confident engaging senior decision-makers and industry stakeholders.
• Proactive, hands-on approach to business development.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and take ownership.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Experience in renewable energy, events, or international B2B is a plus.
• Based within commuting distance of Rotterdam.
• Willingness to travel internationally for conferences and events.

Responsibilities

• Own sponsorship sales and commercial growth across international B2B conferences.
• Manage new business development, account management, and commercial strategy.
• Build and maintain relationships with senior decision-makers, sponsors, and partners.
• Develop a strong sales pipeline and convert opportunities into revenue.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver sponsor value and partnerships.
• Report progress and performance against targets in Salesforce.

Skills

B2B sales

Negotiation

Relationship building

English communication

Independence

Travel willingness

Sales pipeline

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Solarplaza seeks an International Business Developer to own sponsorship sales and drive commercial growth across our global B2B conferences in solar and energy storage.

You will combine new business development, account management, and strategic planning, engaging senior decision-makers and industry leaders to build lasting partnerships. The role emphasizes ownership, results, and international collaboration.