Networking Sales Graduate

Hewlett Packard Enterprise; Amstelveen; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP in Amsterdam is offering a Networking Sales Graduate role designed as a hybrid position with an average of 2 days per week in an HPE office. The start date is September 2026 and the job level is Entry.

Responsibilities include generating qualified opportunities across SMB and Commercial accounts and supporting Enterprise Account Managers in developing strategic customer opportunities, while building a foundation in networking, security and AI-driven

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualification, preferably in Business, Sales, Marketing, Technology, or related field.
• Advanced verbal and written communication in Dutch and English.
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Genuine interest in technology, networking, cloud, AI, or cybersecurity.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with customers and partners.

Responsibilities

• Generate qualified opportunities across SMB and Commercial accounts.
• Support Enterprise Account Managers in developing strategic customer opportunities.
• Become a trusted and valued member of the sales organization.
• Support customer events, workshops, and community engagement activities.
• Build a foundation in networking, security, AI-driven operations, and enterprise sales.
• Develop skills to progress into a future Account Manager or Sales Specialist role.

Skills

Dutch language

English language

Communication

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Commercial acumen

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/ Sales/ Technology

Tools

CRM (Salesforce)

CRM (Microsoft Dynamics)

CRM (HubSpot)

Job description

Job Description

Networking Sales Graduate

This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.

Location: Amsterdam | Start Date: September 2026 | Job Level: Entry

Responsibilities

• Generate qualified opportunities across SMB and Commercial accounts.
• Support Enterprise Account Managers in developing strategic customer opportunities.
• Become a trusted and valued member of the sales organization.
• Successfully support customer events, workshops, and community engagement activities.
• Build a strong foundation in networking, security, AI‑driven operations, and enterprise sales.
• Develop the skills, knowledge, and experience required to progress into a future Account Manager or Sales Specialist role.

Qualifications

• Advanced verbal and written communication skills in Dutch and English.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualification, preferably in Business, Sales, Marketing, Technology, or a related field.
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Genuine interest in technology, networking, cloud, AI, or cybersecurity.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with customers and partners.
• Strong commercial acumen, with flair for sales.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self‑motivated with a proactive approach to learning and development.
• Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commercial mindset.

Nice to Have

• Internship, placement year, or part‑time experience in sales, marketing, customer success, retail sales, or business development.
• Experience organizing events, student organizations, communities, or networking activities.
• Familiarity with CRM platforms such as Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics, or HubSpot.
• Basic knowledge of networking, cloud technologies, cybersecurity, or AI solutions.

Benefits

Health & Wellbeing – comprehensive suite of benefits supporting physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.

Personal & Professional Development – programs aimed at helping you reach career goals and develop expertise.

Unconditional Inclusion – a culture that celebrates and supports individual uniqueness and flexibility.

EEO Statement

HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.