German Business Development Manager
Job Description
German Speaking Business Development Manager, London with strong hybrid working, £60,000 - £90,000 Base salary + Uncapped Bonus (OTE £120,000 - £180,000+) + Excellent Benefits
\nBuild Something That Matters.
\nSome people inherit accounts.
\nOthers create markets.
\nIf you're a high-performing German Speaking Business Development Manager who thrives on opening doors, building relationships and winning major commercial partnerships, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.
\nWe're partnering with one of Europe's most innovative marketing technology businesses, helping some of the world's biggest Consumer Electronics brands drive billions in customer engagement through cashback promotions, trade-in programmes, gift-with-purchase campaigns, loyalty programmes and customer retention solutions.
\nNow they're investing heavily in Germany.
\nAnd they're looking for one exceptional Business Development Manager to lead that growth.
\nThis isn't about maintaining existing accounts.
\nThis is about creating something remarkable.
\n\nThe Opportunity
\nImagine being trusted to build one of the company's most important growth markets.
\nYou'll become the commercial face of the business across Germany, identifying opportunities with Consumer Electronics retailers, manufacturers, distributors, mobile networks and strategic partners.
\nYou'll introduce innovative promotional solutions that genuinely help your clients sell more products, increase customer loyalty and outperform their competitors.
\nYou'll have the freedom to build relationships with senior decision makers, influence commercial strategy and become recognised as a trusted adviser within one of Europe's most exciting industries.
\nIf you love consultative selling, opening new doors and turning conversations into long-term partnerships, you'll love this role.
\n\nWhat You'll Be Doing
\nAs the successful German Speaking Business Development Manager, you will:
\n• Build and develop an exciting pipeline of new business opportunities throughout Germany
\n• Prospect, engage and win new Consumer Electronics retailers, manufacturers, distributors and mobile networks
\n• Deliver consultative sales presentations that uncover client challenges and create tailored commercial solutions
\n• Advise customers on promotional strategies including cashback, trade-in, gift-with-purchase, loyalty and retention campaigns
\n• Become a trusted commercial adviser rather than simply another salesperson
\n• Analyse market trends and use commercial insight to create opportunities with prospective clients
\n• Work closely with Marketing to generate high-quality leads and campaigns
\n• Build accurate sales forecasts and consistently achieve ambitious revenue and gross profit targets
\n• Negotiate commercial agreements and successfully close complex sales opportunities
\n• Maintain an excellent CRM pipeline with clear forecasting and reporting
\n• Travel across Germany when required to meet clients and develop relationships
\n\nWho We're Looking For
\nWe're interested in ambitious, commercially driven Business Development professionals who genuinely enjoy winning new business.
\nYou could currently be:
\n• A Business Development Manager
\n• A Senior Business Development Executive
\n• A Partner Account Manager
\n• A Channel Sales Manager
\n• A Commercial Manager
\n• An Enterprise Sales Executive
\n• A Key Account Manager with significant new business responsibility
\nMost importantly, you'll have the confidence to open new doors and develop meaningful commercial relationships.
\nYou'll ideally bring:
\nNative German speaker with fluent English
\nA minimum of four years' successful Business Development or New Business experience
\nExperience selling into, or working within, Consumer Electronics, IT, Technology Distribution or related sectors
\nStrong consultative sales experience
\nCommercial awareness with experience managing revenue and profitability
\nExcellent presentation and influencing skills
\nConfidence engaging with senior decision makers
\nStrong CRM discipline and forecasting ability
\nExperience using AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Claude or Gemini to improve sales productivity and prospecting
\nA naturally curious mindset that enjoys understanding customer challenges before presenting solutions
\n\nWe'd Especially Love To Hear From You If...
\nYou've previously worked with Consumer Electronics retailers or manufacturers across Germany.
\nOr perhaps you've worked in technology distribution managing vendor or partner relationships.
\nMaybe you've sold promotional marketing, loyalty programmes, cashback campaigns or customer engagement solutions.
\nWhatever your background, if you know the German Consumer Electronics market and love winning new business, we'd love to hear from you.
\n\nWhat You'll Receive
\n• £60,000 - £90,000 basic salary
\n• Uncapped bonus with realistic six-figure earning potential
\n• Pension
\n• Excellent benefits package
\n• Hybrid working (ideally two days per week in West London)
\n• Genuine autonomy to build your own territory
\n• Career progression within an international organisation
\n• Opportunity to work with some of the world's biggest Consumer Electronics brands
\n\nThis Isn't A Job For Everyone...
\nIt's for someone who enjoys the thrill of creating opportunities where others see obstacles.
\nSomeone who isn't afraid to pick up the phone.
\nSomeone who believes every conversation could become a long-term commercial partnership.
\nSomeone who enjoys competing, learning and continually improving.
\nIf that's you, we'd love to hear your story.
\nApply today and discover what happens when your Business Development career is given the platform it deserves.
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