Partner Manager (CH & AT market)

Fairphone; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

MacBook provided

Fairbuds

Public transport allowance

Bike allowance

Home office budget €250

Pension plan

Udemy access

Gym in building

25 days holiday

Job summary

Fairphone is seeking a results-driven Sales Lead to drive growth in Switzerland and Austria, strengthening partner relationships and expanding distribution with direct partners and distributors. You will collaborate with marketing, product, and support teams to deliver superior partner experiences.

The role requires 5+ years in sales, fluency in German and English, and a passion for electronics. A hybrid, remote-friendly setup with a strong focus on sustainable, consumer electronics aligns with

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sales experience in Telco/consumer electronics or related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in German and English.
• Experience in partner/account management, preferably in B2C territory.
• Passion for sales and understanding of smartphones/consumer electronics.
• Experience in building/executing strategic growth plans.
• Strong planning skills and ability to drive sales initiatives.
• Experience building strategic partnerships with new and existing accounts.
• Cross-functional team collaboration experience.
• Familiarity with Google Docs and Sheets for business communication and case development.
• Experience selling to direct partners and via distributors.
• Hands-on, organized, and excellent written and verbal communication in English and your territory.

Responsibilities

• Drive Sales Growth & Strengthen Partner Relationships by targeting Switzerland/Austria and building strategic partnerships.
• Effective Forecasting & Pipeline Management with accurate sales forecasting and progress tracking.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and customer support for smooth service delivery.
• Gather market insights to inform product development and marketing strategies.
• Represent Fairphone at industry events and partner meetings to raise brand awareness.

Skills

Sales experience

German language

English language

Partner/account management

Strategic growth planning

Sales planning

Partnership building

Cross-functional collaboration

Google Docs/Sheets

Direct partner sales & distributors

Tools

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Job description

About Fairphone

Fairphone is more than just a company - we are a global leader in sustainable, modular electronics, on a mission to change the electronics industry from the inside out. Built on strong social and environmental values, we are a diverse and inclusive team from all walks of life creating market consumer electronics that make a real impact.

• Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands | Southern Germany (Near Swiss Border) - 1x/month in-office for DE-based candidates
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Start: ASAP but latest 01.08.2026
• Contract duration: The 1st 12-month employment contract with the possibility of extension to permanent
• Deadline to apply: We review applications on a rolling basis. Please apply as soon as possible.

About Fairphone

Fairphone is more than just a company - we are a global leader in sustainable, modular electronics, on a mission to change the electronics industry from the inside out. Built on strong social and environmental values, we are a diverse and inclusive team from all walks of life creating market consumer electronics that make a real impact. At Fairphone, you will find a supportive and safe space where everyone can be themselves, collaborate openly, and have the freedom to learn and grow - because that’s how we innovate and drive change together! So… are you a proactive, self-motivated team player who loves taking initiative and bringing positive energy? Do you thrive in a fast-moving start-up or scale-up environment? Are you a great communicator who values collaboration and embraces different perspectives? And most importantly, do you feel a strong connection to Fairphone’s mission and values? If you're nodding along and thinking, “Yes, that’s me!”, then check out our vacancy below! Please know that we acknowledge that we are living in a time where the use of AI can bring many efficiencies and support. However, we want to know the real YOU. Please try to limit the use of AI tools to generate answers to the application; we value authenticity and encourage you to use your creativity!

About Your Role

Fairphone’s sales strategy is to successfully sell its products to consumers, companies and organizations who are keen to support our movement towards a fairer electronics value chain. This not only means sales through Fairphone’s own webshop but also cooperating with like-minded partners in the industry, such as operators, distributors, retailers/e-tailers: this is what our Partners Sales team focuses on.

Key Responsibilities & Objectives

Drive Sales Growth & Strengthen Partner Relationships

• Achieve or exceed sales targets within the Switzerland and Austria, contributing to the overall revenue growth.
• Build and nurture strong strategic partnerships with new & existing partners.
• Enhance partner engagement by offering timely support, addressing challenges, and uncovering new growth opportunities together.

Effective Forecasting & Pipeline Management

• Ensure accurate sales forecasting by consistently managing the sales pipeline and providing timely updates.
• Track sales progress and adjust strategies to meet both short-term and long-term sales objectives.

Collaboration & Team Alignment

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product, and customer support, to ensure smooth service delivery and a positive partner experience.
• Actively participate in team meetings, sharing insights and feedback to improve team processes and performance.

Improve Market Intelligence

• Stay updated and provide valuable market insights by tracking industry trends, competitors, and customer preferences, as well as industry best practices, product innovations, and sales techniques.
• Gather insights from partners and customers to nurture your growth mindset and contribute to product development and marketing strategies.

Increase Brand Awareness and Representation

• Represent Fairphone at industry events, conferences, and partner meetings to build brand awareness and establish a strong presence in the market.
• Communicate Fairphone’s story and values with enthusiasm to attract potential partners and consumers.

Your Skills & Experience

• You have a minimum of 5 years of experience in sales, preferably in the Telco/consumer electronics industry,
• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English,
• Experience in partner/account management, preferably in the B2C segment of your territory,
• Passion for sales and understanding of the smartphones or consumer electronics industry,
• Experience in building and executing strategic growth plans,
• Strong planning skills and ability to drive sales initiatives,
• Experience building strategic partnerships with new and existing accounts,
• Cross-functional team collaboration experience,
• Familiarity with Google Docs and Sheets for business communication and case development,
• Experience selling to direct partners and via distributors,
• Hands-on, organized, and excellent written and verbal communication skills and English and preferably your territory.

What Fairphone can offer you?

• The opportunity to create an impact on the electronics industry around the world.
• A diverse work environment full of international, passionate, warm-hearted team members.
• 25 paid holidays per year (based on a full-time contract) next to the other public holidays in the Netherlands. You’ll also get a day off on your birthday! Additionally, the longer you stay, the more holidays you get!
• Daily, healthy lunch, organic FairChain coffee, and many more tasty things.
• You will join Fairphone’s collective pension scheme, and we will contribute to building your pension.
• You will receive a MacBook, Fairbuds, and a Fairphone as working devices.
• Hybrid working model: We are remote-friendly and also contribute up to €250 toward your home office set-up.
• Public transport allowance – we fully cover your 2nd-class commute from your home to the office
• Bike allowance – We support you with a bike purchase of up to €300, and you’ll also have a yearly repair budget of up to €100! We also cover 23 cents per km for your biking distance from home to the office (or train station) and back!
• Grow with us! We encourage you to develop at Fairphone. In addition to €500 for L&D, we’ll support your career goals with coaching (Inuka), workshops, or courses that you can join with your development budget. You will get access to Udemy with unlimited courses and trainings.
• Kitchen with beautiful views of the IJ waterfront.
• There’s a gym in the building where you can build healthy habits, stay active and have fun with your colleagues, as well as a subscription to our mental & physical well-being services (Inuka & Urban Sports).

About Us

DEI @Fairphone

At Fairphone, we care about people, planet and you. It’s natural that we see diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) as an essential part of how we work together and do business. We support and further strengthen our inclusive work environment and culture by more formally implementing various DEI efforts to ensure all Fairphoners feel included, respected, and supported.