About the job
Please note this position is only for people who are in the Netherlands and do not require visa sponsorship at the moment.
Findest is searching for talented individuals to join our Business Development team and help expand our client base internationally. We are particularly interested in candidates with a scientific background or those with a strong interest in technology. If you are persuasive, creative, and have a knack for connecting with innovative multinationals and SMEs, this might be the perfect opportunity for you.
At Findest, our Business Development department is divided into four functions: Market Development Representative, Sales Development Representative, Account Executive, and Account Manager. We are currently seeking Sales Development Representatives to join our team.
Roles Within Business Development
- Market Development Representative (market mapping)
- Sales Development Representative (market outreach)
- Account Executive (demonstrating IGOR^AI to future customers)
- Account Manager (growing corporate relationships)
Sales Development Representative (SDR) Description
As part of a team of around four people, you will focus on expanding Findest's presence within a specific country. Initially, as a Junior Business Developer, you will immerse yourself in the country's culture and industries. You will learn about the types of innovations they are working on, the challenges they face, and how they are adapting to changes such as the ongoing pandemic. Ultimately, your goal is to understand how R&D is performed in the country and how you can persuade potential clients that IGOR^AI can be a valuable asset for them.
Your Day-to-day Tasks Will Involve
- Speaking with R&D directors, innovation managers, and technology-driven individuals
- Being a key member of the commercial team and contributing to the company's global growth
- Collaborating with colleagues to improve outreach strategies and spread the word about Findest
- Participating in weekly meetings to review business development progress
- Working closely with account executives to introduce IGOR^AI to the world's most innovative companies
Who should apply?
- Individuals with previous sales experience
- Candidates available for at least 64 hours per month
- Proficiency in English is required
- Emotional agility in dealing with rejections
- Comfortable with making phone calls and engaging with potential clients
- Excellent listening and questioning skills
- Candidates who are already in the Netherlands are preferred
What we offer?
- Market-level salary with a bonus structure.
- Fun and diverse work environment
- Hundreds of borrels and company events
- Personal coaching and training
- Efficient onboarding to help you hit the ground running
- Opportunity to learn more about various technological innovations
Interested?
- If you're excited about joining a diverse team and working with the most innovative companies in the world, we'd love to hear from you. Experience first-hand how university courses on innovation and business translate into real-world practice and contribute to Findest's growth. To apply, sign up on our website or send an email to omar.elemshati@findest.eu.