Sales Development Representative - German Speaker

Company Description

At Coface, we make trade happen everyday.

Our 5,200 experts representing 80+ nationalities in 58 countries are united by a shared purpose: helping companies navigate through uncertainty by empowering them to make the right decisions and trade smarter in a complex world.

With nearly 80 years of global experience, we offer companies a full range of solutions: Trade Credit Insurance, Business Information, Debt Collection, Single Risk insurance, Surety Bonds, Factoring - all driven by a unique data patrimony, cutting-edge technology, innovation and a deep understanding of the global economy.

Joining Coface means being part of a close-knit international organization, where your ideas matter. We foster a culture of learning, collaboration and inclusion where you are given responsibilities and can see the impact of your actions.

Shape the future of trade with us.
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Job Description

• This position is a 2-year fixed-term contract

• Generating leads and customer appointments, and building customer relationships by nurturing prospects, identifying new potential sales channels, and leveraging new contacts.

• Managing and maintaining a pipeline of prospect appointments, involving Sales colleagues in the next steps of the sales process, and coordinating meetings between prospects/customers and Sales Managers.

• Identifying best practices to optimize the lead and appointment generation process.

• Analyzing customer needs, building trust-based relationships with potential clients, and presenting relevant products.

• Proactively researching new sales opportunities in the market, documenting activities, and reporting on sales performance.

Qualifications

• You have completed commercial training or possess equivalent practical experience, with several years of professional experience in sales.

• You have a solution-oriented attitude, strong communication skills, and a persuasive approach to customer interactions.

• Industry-specific knowledge in Business Information is desirable; experience in credit insurance, factoring, or debt collection is an advantage.

• A high level of target orientation and a strong understanding of sales KPIs.

• Proficient in common software tools such as MS Office and CRM systems.

• Excellent German and English skills complete your profile.

Additional Information

• The company will provide continuous support and guidance throughout your work
• Hybrid work model