Location: Barcelona, Spain (22@ Innovation District)
Language Requirements: Fluent German (C1) and Business English (B2)
Job Title: German-Speaking Business Development Representative & Sales Executive (AI Solutions)
Target Industry: Artificial Intelligence & AdTech Solutions
Experience Requirement: Minimum 1 year of B2B sales experience
Application Deadline: Reserve spot ahead of August 3rd onboarding class
Position Summary
We are actively seeking a goal-focused, competitive Business Development Representative and Sales Executive to join our growing team based in Barcelona. In this position, you will represent a market-leading general innovator in artificial intelligence, focusing on driving brand expansion and revenue acquisition across the German-speaking market.
Your core responsibility is to increase company revenue by identifying prospective commercial accounts, engaging key stakeholders, and securing long-term business partnerships. We want an ambitious, proactive self-starter who combines a strong interest in modern technology with a solution-oriented sales approach. The ideal hire will have a fundamental grasp of digital marketing and excel in a metrics-driven, fast-paced atmosphere where consultative selling strategies deliver results.
Workplace & Model: On-site corporate facility in Barcelona's renowned 22@ Innovation District.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Engagement & Qualification: Initiate targeted contact with prospective corporate clients using strategic prospecting approaches, including individualized email sequences, direct outreach, and social selling tactics to build rapport.
- Consultative Value Proposition: Perform detailed client evaluations to isolate operational bottlenecks,
effectively matching tailored AI ad solutions to their specific business requirements.
- Deal Conversion: Direct prospective clients through the initial decision-making phases, presenting concrete proof of return on investment from our AI tools while successfully handling sales objections to secure accounts.
- Target & KPI Achievement: Maintain high sales activity to consistently meet and go beyond set quarterly revenue objectives, conversion KPIs, and operational standards.
- CRM Integrity & Tracking: Thoroughly record all lead communications, follow-ups, and deal progression steps inside Salesforce to maintain accurate reporting and database consistency.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely alongside customer success, account management, and client onboarding teams to ensure smooth handoffs for new accounts while keeping an eye open for upsell options.
Requirements & Qualifications
Must-Have Qualifications:
- Language Proficiency: Native or C1-level fluency in German, paired with strong B2-level operational fluency in professional English.
- Professional Sales Experience: At least 1 year of verified success operating in B2B account acquisition, corporate sales, or outbound lead generation.
- Technical Proficiency: Daily experience using enterprise CRMs—specifically Salesforce or an equivalent application—along with solid data entry and management standards.
- Commercial Mindset:
Highly resilient, proactive attitude with a strong affinity for goal-driven metrics and the persistence needed to overcome objections.
Preferred Advantages:
- Experience applying consultative sales principles with comfort presenting directly to C-level management and enterprise decision-makers.
- Previous track record of managing or winning high-potential commercial accounts.
- Baseline understanding of or genuine enthusiasm for ad tech software, programmatic platforms, or artificial intelligence products.
Compensation, Benefits & Perks
- Guaranteed Base Income: €30,000 gross annual salary.
- Performance-Driven Incentives: €5,175 gross per year uncapped variable bonus (OTE), allowing total compensation to grow directly with sales results.
- Comprehensive Relocation Program: Paid flight ticket directly to Barcelona, along with 1 month of free studio accommodation to help you transition into your new home.
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive private health insurance plan provided free of charge starting from your first day of employment.
- Lucrative Referral Program: Internal employee referral scheme paying up to €2,000 for each successfully placed candidate introduced.
- Structured Professional Development: Access to continuous skill expansion programs, tailored sales workshops, and industry certification courses.
- Career Progression & Coaching: Explicit, realistic avenues for internal advancement, supported by dedicated on-site performance coaches and a unified workplace environment.
- Prime Workspace Location: Modern office in Barcelona's 22@ Innovation District alongside tech leaders, startups, and international talent.
📌 German Speaking Business Developer (España)
🏢 Ignite
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