Business Development Representative, English speaker

Trimble Inc.; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Trimble Inc. is looking for a Business Development Representative who is fluent in German and English. This role involves generating qualified sales opportunities and acting as a bridge between the marketing and sales teams. The ideal candidate should have at least one year of experience in a sales position, demonstrating strong negotiation skills and the ability to build relationships. A background in logistics or SaaS is a plus. Join Trimble's dynamic team, which offers an exciting career in a growth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Professional fluency in both German and English (C1/C2) required.
• At least 1 year of experience in a Sales or BDR role.
• Excellent negotiation and active listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and create high-value qualified sales opportunities.
• Lead discovery calls and email campaigns.
• Act as the intermediary between Marketing and Sales.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on product offerings.

Skills

Bilingual Proficiency in German and English

Sales experience

Excellent negotiation skills

Active listening skills

Relationship building

Growth mindset

Job description

Drive the Future of Logistics: Business Development Representative (German and English speaker)

At Trimble’s Transporeon division, we don’t just move freight; we move the world forward by rethinking and reinventing how global supply chains operate in a career incubator environment designed to turn ambitious talent into sales pros. You will be the vital link between marketing and sales, engaging in high-level discovery and acting as a subject matter expert to transform how our customers thrive in a digital world.

About Us

Trimble is an industrial technology company transforming the way the world works by delivering solutions that enable our customers to thrive. We create technologies that connect the digital and physical worlds, helping our customers increase productivity, quality, safety, and sustainability.

Transport & Logistics Business Unit

In the Transportation & Logistics segment, our solutions make it safer, simpler and more efficient to move freight—bringing together a global network of shippers, carriers, brokers and 3PLs.

What Makes This Role Great

In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of the sales cycle, directly influencing our market expansion by identifying qualified opportunities and shaping the digital transformation of the logistics industry.

Key Exciting Responsibilities

• Fuel the Pipeline: Identify and create high-value qualified sales opportunities through strategic outbound prospecting.
• Master the Conversation: Lead intelligent, engaging discovery calls and email campaigns to qualify interest and build rapport with potential partners.
• Bridge the Gap: Act as the critical intermediary between Marketing and Sales to facilitate seamless cross‑functional teamwork.
• Showcase Expertise: Serve as a subject matter expert on Transporeon’s product offerings to help prospects solve complex logistics challenges.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Bilingual Proficiency: Professional fluency in both German and English (C1/C2) is required for this role.
• Sales Foundation: You bring at least 1 year of experience in a Sales or Business Development Representative (BDR) role.
• Communication Mastery: You possess excellent negotiation and active listening skills with a knack for building relationships.
• Growth Mindset: You are a self‑starter with a strong desire to learn and excel within a fast‑paced career incubator.

Bonus Points For

• Prior experience or knowledge within the Logistics, Supply Chain or SaaS industry.
• Proficiency in additional European languages.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

At Trimble, we’re not just a company that “does good”—we are a team dedicated to making a tangible, positive Real‑World Impact. You’ll work on projects that truly matter, collaborating with a team of “visionary pragmatists” who share your purpose and foster a genuine sense of belonging.