German Speaking Business Development Associate

German Speaking Business Development Associate

1 month ago

Remote

Full-time

About Partao

Partao is building the global marketplace for heavy-machinery parts — a single platform that connects buyers and sellers across the industry. With 2,000+ brands and more than 5 million SKUs, we make sourcing faster, smarter, and more reliable by helping people find the exact part that fits their machine.

We’re focused on doing the right things well — first. That means building something useful, something real, with impact that lasts. If you want to be part of a fast-moving team shaping a marketplace at global scale, Partao is the place to do it.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Business Development Associate eager to join a fast paced and growing start up. In this role, you will optimize lead gen strategy and run direct B2B sales in our German market.

This role is perfect for a driven person who wants to gain hands-on experience in sales, market development, and digital sales tools to learn at a pace you can’t find in the corporate world. You will play a key role in launching AI lead gen tools, engaging with potential customers, driving our sales pipeline, and helping Partao reach its next funding round.

Please ONLY apply if you:

Speak both German (C1/C2) and English

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Generation & Prospecting: Identify, research, and qualify new B2B leads in Germany. Support outbound sales activities including cold calls, emails, and LinkedIn outreach. Maintain accurate records in CRM and help improve prospecting processes.
• Sales Development: Conduct initial outreach and discovery calls with potential clients. Present Partao’s value proposition clearly and confidently. Nurture leads and book qualified meetings for senior sales managers.
• Lead Gen Tools & Optimization: Assist in launching and testing new digital lead generation tools. Monitor tool performance and provide feedback for improvements. Contribute to sales automation workflows and reporting dashboards.
• Market Insights & Feedback: Gather insights from German customers and prospects to help refine messaging. Share market intelligence with the broader team to support product and marketing strategy

Requirements

• 3–5 years’ experience in Business Development, B2B Sales, or Account Management, ideally within a tech, marketplace, or startup environment.
• Proven track record of generating leads, building pipelines, and closing or converting qualified opportunities.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills in both German (C1/C2) and English.
• Experience using CRM tools (HubSpot, Pipedrive, or similar) to manage prospects and sales activity.
• Comfort running outbound campaigns — email, LinkedIn, or cold outreach — with a data-driven approach.
• Entrepreneurial mindset: proactive, self-directed, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Ability to understand customer needs and articulate value clearly and persuasively.

Bonus Points

• Prior experience selling into industrial, manufacturing, or agricultural sectors.
• Familiarity with lead generation automation tools, AI prospecting, or sales enablement platforms.
• Demonstrated success working in European (DACH) markets or with cross-border B2B clients.
• Excitement for building from the ground up — helping shape processes, outreach strategy, and customer relationships.
• Curiosity for startups and marketplaces; a builder mindset and hunger to grow with the company.

What We Offer

• Hands-on training in B2B sales, lead generation, and CRM tools.
• Career progression opportunities within sales, marketing, or business operations.
• Start-up package, with commission.
• Opportunity to join a growing, VC-backed startup in a pivotal marketing role, gaining exposure to both B2B and B2C growth strategies across international markets
• High autonomy with direct impact on our German market expansion.
• A culture of speed, data-driven decision-making, and transparency.
• Flat hierarchy and entrepreneurial environment where your ideas count.
• Exposure to international markets and cross-functional teamwork.