Sales Trader Nordics - EAC desk

AFS Energy; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-annual performance-based bonus scheme

In-house gym

27 paid days off

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

An international renewable energy firm in Amsterdam seeks a Sales Trader to drive growth in the Nordics. The role involves extensive cold calling, maintaining client portfolios, and closing deals. The ideal candidate is fluent in a Nordic language and has strong communication skills. The job offers a vibrant work environment on the Stock Exchange floor, opportunities for personal growth, and 27 paid days off annually. Join a motivated team and be a part of the renewable energy transformation.

Qualifications

• Strong sales background, capable of cold calling and relationship building.
• Eager to drive growth in a team-oriented international environment.

Responsibilities

• Cold calling to build and maintain a portfolio of clients.
• Driving cross-selling opportunities and overseeing post-deal processes.
• Updating CRM accurately and managing client onboarding.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Fluent in Swedish, Finnish, Danish or Norwegian

Job description

We’re looking for an eager sales professional with exceptional communication skills, ready to drive growth in the Nordics by building strong relationships with both new prospects and valued existing clients.

About us

AFS Energy is an international-oriented scale-up in the heart of Amsterdam. We deal with opportunities and developments in Renewable Energy every day and are at the forefront of enabling organizations to achieve their sustainability goals.

We are always on a mission to make our ideas, products, and opportunities a great success. Our Energy team is existing of ambitious Brokers, Consultants, Analysts, and dedicated support teams. With more than 1.450 clients worldwide, activity in 50+ countries, and a workforce of more than 175 colleagues with 25+ different nationalities, we continue to focus on growth within the world of Environmental commodities.

At AFS Energy, our values drive how we work and grow together. We are committed to being knowledgeable in our field, collaborative in our approach, entrepreneurial in our mindset, accurate in our execution, and ethical in all our dealings.

This position is about picking up the phone, building relationships, and closing deals — day in and day out. We are looking for someone who thrives on the hustle of sales, isn’t afraid of rejection, and lives for the thrill of closing a new deal. If you are fluent in Swedish, Finish, Danish or Norwegian, approach every call with energy, and are eager to grow in the renewable energy space while upholding our core values, this could be the next step in your career.

Responsibilities of a Sales Trader

• Call, call, and call - (cold) calling is 90% of the job.
• Build and maintain your own portfolio of clients.
• Keep yourself updated about regulatory/market changes.
• Talk to people all day — build relationships, pitch deals, and close.
• Driving cross-selling opportunities: at AFS, we offer a range of renewable products that can be tailored to meet each client’s specific needs.
• Oversee the post-deal process, including client onboarding, contract completion, and ensuring accurate CRM updates.
• Keep grinding until the deal is done. Then start again.

What we offer

• A unique workplace on the Stock Exchange floor in Amsterdam.
• A diverse, international, and ever-growing work environment with highly driven teams.
• Space for your refreshing and entrepreneurial ideas to help grow our business.
• Training sessions, coaching and development opportunities for your personal growth.
• Bi-annual performance-based bonus scheme.
• International events and congresses, to help you build your network and drive better sales.
• 27 paid days off per year.
• Depending on where you live, an NS business card or bike lease options.
• In-house gym paid by AFS.

Get in touch!

Are you ready for a new challenge by becoming a member of this motivated team on the Amsterdam Stock Exchange? Please send your resumé through the application link. The Corporate Recruiter in charge is Saranya Nihot ([e-mail]).

Application process

1st round: Job interview with Corporate Recruiter

2nd round: Job interview with the Associate Director

3rd round: Job interview with the Director

We are happy to recruit our AFS colleagues by ourselves. We do not need help from external parties. If we receive resumes from unaffiliated recruitment agencies, we reserve the right to contact the people involved directly and treat candidates as regular candidates.