Global Tech Sales Trainee - 18-Month Intl Assignment

IBM; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Nederland B.V. is launching an Entry Level Sales Specialist program in Amsterdam, offering onboarding and training, followed by an immersive 18-month global assignment in Valencia, Spain.

You’ll develop B2B sales skills, learn modern selling techniques, and work with IBM teams across EMEA to build a strong client pipeline. From day one, you’ll gain international sales experience, structured learning, and clear career progression with return opportunities to your home market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Recent graduate with up to 12 months of full-time professional experience.
• Strong interest in technology sales and client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Support the sales cycle from early prospecting through qualified opportunities
• Engage with clients to understand business challenges and technology needs
• Contribute to client conversations and early solution positioning
• Collaborate with technical specialists, solution teams, and partners on opportunities
• Build pipeline through outreach, lead follow up, and opportunity development
• Participate in structured sales training, certifications, and skill development

Skills

Fluency in English

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business/Technology/Engineering

Job description

IBM Nederland B.V. is launching an Entry Level Sales Specialist program in Amsterdam, offering onboarding and training, followed by an immersive 18-month global assignment in Valencia, Spain.

You’ll develop B2B sales skills, learn modern selling techniques, and work with IBM teams across EMEA to build a strong client pipeline. From day one, you’ll gain international sales experience, structured learning, and clear career progression with return opportunities to your home market.