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Business Development Representative (m/ f / x)

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Plan A

4d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Sustainability
  • Berlin

AI generated summary

  • You should have B2B SaaS sales experience, client-facing skills in complex projects, strong communication, a team-oriented mindset, fluency in English and German, and a data-driven approach.
  • You will research and manage enterprise accounts, engage prospects in English and German, analyze KPIs, collaborate with teams, and become a local sustainability expert.

Requirements

  • Previous experience as a SDR or BDR in a B2B SaaS environment is ideal
  • Experience in a client-facing role in complex project delivery or sustainability/climate tech, with a strong interest in pursuing a sales career.
  • Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written
  • An open-minded team player, striving to drive success for the wider team as well as yourself
  • Highly motivated with a positive, creative & fearless approach to your work
  • Data, target-driven growth mentality with an ability to work in a high energy sales environment
  • Independent mindset as well as strong personal organisation skills to manage priorities & time effectively
  • Fluency English and German is required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the research, mapping and prioritisation of target enterprise accounts
  • Own and manage your pipeline of leads & accounts
  • Engage with enterprise prospects via phone, email & LinkedIn to build relationships and actively nurture promising prospects in both English and German
  • Gain a fine understanding of our product, offer and value proposition to be able give tailored presentations in different contexts
  • Actively analyse the KPIs and data resulting from your pipeline to take up measures for further improvement & identify best practices to share with the team
  • Collaborate with our Marketing and your local Sales teams on lead quality and conversion as well as the identification of new business development opportunities
  • Grow into local sustainability & market expert and act as trusted resource for internal and external contacts

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Business Development Representative (m/f/x).

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Berlin, Berlin, Germany.

What type of work environment does Plan A offer?

Plan A offers a hybrid work environment, allowing flexibility to work remotely, in-office, or a combination of both.

What is the main goal of Plan A?

Plan A aims to support businesses globally in decarbonising and meeting their climate objectives through the use of science and technology.

What are the key responsibilities of the Business Development Representative?

Key responsibilities include researching and prioritising target enterprise accounts, managing a pipeline of leads and accounts, engaging with prospects, analysing KPIs, and collaborating with marketing and sales teams.

What are the language requirements for this position?

Fluency in both English and German is required.

What experience is ideal for this role?

Previous experience as an SDR or BDR in a B2B SaaS environment is ideal, along with experience in a client-facing role in project delivery or sustainability/climate tech.

Are there any specific software experience requirements?

Experience using Hubspot or other CRM systems is preferred but optional.

What benefits does Plan A offer?

Benefits include participation in the VSOP program, access to discounts through the Corporate Benefits Platform, monthly team activities, flexibility in work arrangements, and a generous vacation policy.

How does Plan A support employee development?

Plan A supports employee development through personalized career journeys with "My Plan A," helping individuals hit their professional goals.

Is prior knowledge of the local market necessary for this role?

Local market knowledge and/or network is optional but can help make a candidate stand out.

Helping businesses achieve net-zero with our SaaS platform for carbon accounting, decarbonisation and ESG reporting.

Technology
Industry
51-200
Employees
2017
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Plan A is a leading corporate carbon accounting, decarbonisation, and ESG reporting software provider. The Greentech has developed a SaaS platform that combines cutting-edge technologies and the latest scientific standards and methodologies (certified by TÜV Rheinland, GHG Protocol compliant). The end-to-end software solution automates CO2 emissions calculation, carbon reduction planning, as well as regulation and audit-proof ESG reporting, empowering businesses to manage their entire net-zero journey in one platform. Plan A counts N26, BNP Paribas, Apax Partners, Albion Capital, sorare, BMW, Trivago, BNP Paribas, Deutsche Bank, Payhawk, and the European Union among its customers. Plan A is also a global exclusive partner to VISA. Founded in 2017, the company has already received several awards, amongst others Generali’s SME EnterPRIZE Award 2021 and the prestigious The Europas Award 2021. As part of its Sustainability Initiative, Plan A disclosed its carbon footprint for the base year 2020 (85.74 tCO2e) and announced its decarbonisation target to decarbonise at least 80% of its avoidable emissions by 2025. Plan A is B Corp-certified and thus demonstrably adheres to strict social and environmental standards. In fact, with the top score achieved, Plan A is among the top 5% of all certified companies worldwide in the impact area 'Governance'.