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SDR TEAM LEAD EU GTM | Cologne, Germany ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT THE TEAM SumUp's Sales Development function is one of the fastest-growing parts of our European go-to-market engine. Our SDRs generate qualified pipeline for high-performing field and inside sales reps across Germany and beyond — and we're now looking for a Team Lead in Cologne to help take that to the next level. As SDR Team Lead, you'll be the day-to-day leader of a team of Sales Development Representatives, coaching them to perform at their best while keeping a close eye on pipeline quality and activity metrics. You'll sit at the intersection of people leadership, sales strategy, and operational excellence — playing a critical role in how SumUp wins new business at scale across the SMB market. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WHAT YOU'LL DO * Lead, coach, and develop a team of SDRs based in Cologne, driving strong performance across outbound activity, qualified appointments set, and pipeline contribution * Run daily team rituals — standups, call reviews, 1:1s — to keep the team focused, motivated, and continuously improving * Monitor individual and team KPIs, identifying performance gaps early and putting the right support structures in place * Partner with Sales Managers, RevOps, and the Outbound Growth Lead to align on lead quality, targeting, and sequencing * Onboard and ramp new SDR hires, helping them hit their targets quickly and build strong sales habits from day one * Contribute to the development of outbound playbooks, cadences, and messaging — sharing what's working and iterating fast on what isn't * Act as a career development partner for your team, identifying high performers and creating pathways into full-cycle sales roles * Report on team performance to senior Sales leadership, with clear commentary on trends, blockers, and opportunities ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- YOU'LL BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF… * You have proven experience as a top-performing SDR or inside sales rep, with some exposure to team leadership, mentoring, or coaching * You understand what great outbound looks like — from prospecting and sequencing to objection handling and qualification — and you know how to pass that on * You're a motivating, hands-on leader who leads by example and brings energy to the team, even on tough days * You're analytical and structured, comfortable using data to diagnose performance issues and make clear decisions * You're a strong communicator — equally effective coaching a rep on a live call or presenting pipeline updates to senior stakeholders * You thrive in a fast-moving environment where structures are still evolving and your initiative makes a real difference * You speak German fluently and have a working level of English for internal communication ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN SUMUP 🌎 Work with global impact — Join a fintech used by over 4 million businesses in 37 markets, from our Cologne office 🌈 Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion — Be part of a workplace that values and promotes diversity, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone's perspectives are respected and embraced 🚀 Virtual Stock Option programme — Own a stake in SumUp's future success 📚 €2,000 annual L&D budget — Attend conferences or advance your career through further education 🔗 Referral Bonus — Earn additional rewards by referring talented individuals to join the SumUp team ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT SUMUP Be empowered to do more that matters. At SumUp, we're on a mission to empower small businesses across the globe by providing simple and affordable tools that allow them to thrive. Today, over 4 million businesses in 37 markets rely on SumUp as their financial partner to manage payments, finance, and customer relationships. Our commitment to small businesses is reflected in our diverse team of over 3,000 SumUppers from over 90 nationalities, united by global collaboration and an innovative mindset. We foster inclusivity and a continuous learning culture, providing a safe space for personal and professional growth. Our differences make us unique and strong as we strive to create an environment where everyone belongs and feels supported, no matter how they identify. SumUp is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, actively seeking and embracing diversity in our workforce. We don't make hiring or employment decisions based on race, colour, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other basis protected by applicable laws or prohibited by company policy. Discover more about our culture and opportunities on our careers website, and follow our journey on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Keywords: SDR Team Lead, Sales Development Representative, SDR Manager, Inside Sales Team Lead, Sales Team Lead, Outbound Sales, Lead Generation, Business Development, Sales Manager, Team Lead, Sales Coach, Account Executive, Sales Development, Vertrieb, Teamleiter Vertrieb, Vertriebsleiter, Telesales, B2B Sales, Outbound, Cologne, Köln Job Application Tip We recognise that candidates feel they need to meet 100% of the job criteria in order to apply for a job. Please note that this is only a guide. If you don’t tick every box, it’s ok too because it means you have room to learn and develop your career at SumUp.
SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE (M/W/D) We are Workerbase - a fast-growing B2B software company on a mission to digitize and transform shopfloor operations. Our platform empowers frontline workers with real-time data, AI, and dynamic workflows, replacing rigid, paper-based processes in manufacturing. Today, Fortune 500 manufacturers like Porsche, Siemens, Bosch, thyssenkrupp, BASF, and many more rely on Workerbase to improve efficiency, reduce scrap, and achieve measurable ROI in less than six months. Backed by top-tier investors including Point Nine, Almaz Capital, and Porsche Ventures, we are scaling rapidly - and now we’re looking for a Senior Account Executive to help us drive the next phase of enterprise growth. If you see sales as strategic advisory, enjoy complex enterprise deals, and want to build something that truly matters - keep reading 👇 ⭐ What makes this role so great: Have a real impact 🚀 * You own enterprise sales end-to-end and directly influence Workerbase’s growth trajectory - from first conversation to global rollout. More than just selling ✌️ * You’re not selling just licenses. You’re advising manufacturers on how to fundamentally improve how their factories run. Enterprise exposure & deal sizes 💰 * Work on six-figure ACVs with a clear path to multi-million-euro global rollouts through a proven land & expand strategy. Full ownership & autonomy 🎓 * You shape deal strategy, build winning game plans, and help define scalable sales processes - no micromanagement. Startup speed, enterprise substance 🏎️ * Combine the agility of a fast-scaling startup with the credibility of selling a proven platform to global market leaders. Leverage a powerful partner ecosystem 🤝 * .Accelerate deals by co-selling with an established network of industrial consulting and technology partners, unlocking larger deal sizes and faster enterprise rollouts. Enjoy the “cherries” 🍒 * Join at the right time: benefit from a ready-to-close pipeline with consistent inbound leads, while your ideas and contributions actively shape our sales motion, culture, and future growth. 🪄 What we will trust you with is * Owning the full sales cycle from qualification to close for complex enterprise deals * Engaging with C-level Operations, Plant Directors, and VP-level stakeholders * Driving consultative sales conversations around OEE, downtime, quality, and workforce efficiency * Managing and expanding key Fortune 500 accounts using a land & expand approach * Building structured deal strategies using methodologies like MEDDIC * Partnering closely with Solution Engineers, Marketing, and Customer Success to win complex evaluations, POCs, and ROI approvals * Contributing to scalable sales structures, best practices, and forecasting accuracy 🤝 We want YOU because: * You have 5+ years of experience in B2B SaaS sales, or as an consultant, ideally enterprise business * You’ve consistently closed or managed complex, high-value deals or customers with multiple stakeholders * You have experience selling into manufacturing, industrial, or operations-heavy environments (strong plus) * You combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution - builder mindset * You’re resilient, structured, and comfortable with long sales cycles (4–10 months) * You’re fluent in German and English (spoken and written) * You’re a strong communicator and storyteller who can connect business value to real-world impact * You take full ownership, challenge constructively, and thrive in a team of high performers 🎁 Some more cool things Workerbase can offer you: * The unique opportunity to drive a revolution in the manufacturing industry at Fortune 500 clients * Great responsibility right from the start and the opportunity to shape where our business is going * Growing team with diverse backgrounds to work with and learn from * Flexible and hybrid work environment * Competitive compensations and benefits packages * Learning & Development Budget * Sports & Wellness Subscription (Wellpass or Urban Sports) * Cool central office in Munich and legendary company events * Employee Stock Options to participate in the company’s success
DEIN AUFGABENBEREICH Beratung oder Tech-Startup? Warum nicht das Beste aus beiden Welten. Du hast gerade dein Studium abgeschlossen (oder stehst kurz davor) und überlegst noch zwischen Beratung, Corporate oder Tech-Startup? Willkommen beim Mercanis GTM Scaling Program. Wir bieten dir 12 Monate strukturiertes Training mit dem strategischen Anspruch einer Top-Beratung, aber mit der Geschwindigkeit, Eigenverantwortung und dem direkten Impact eines stark wachsenden Tech-Scale-ups. Du durchläufst das gesamte Go-to-Market-Universum, lernst komplexe B2B-Sales-Strategien zu entwickeln und umzusetzen, und wirst zum Account Executive, den der Markt sucht. Am Ende weißt du nicht nur, wie man verkauft, sondern warum Kunden kaufen, wie Märkte funktionieren, und wie man nachhaltiges Geschäftswachstum aufbaut. Deine 12-Monats-Journey: Strukturiert. Strategisch. Mit Impact. Phase 1: Strategic Foundation (Monate 1–3) Think like a Consultant. Learn like a Founder. * Market & Product Deep Dive: Verstehe die Procurement Industrie, Marktdynamiken, Wettbewerbslandschaft und unser Produktportfolio aus strategischer Perspektive * Customer Discovery: Analysiere Buying-Journeys, Stakeholderstrukturen und Entscheidungsprozesse in komplexen B2B-Umfeldern * Business-Model-Verständnis: Wie funktionieren SaaS-Economics? Was bedeuten CAC, LTV, Payback-Periodfür unsere GTM-Strategie? * Schatten-Modus mit Senior AEs: Begleite Deals, Verhandlungen auf C-Level und lerne, wie man Mehrwert artikuliert * Erste eigene Analysen: Unterstütze bei der Zielgruppenanalyse, Competitive Intelligence und der Entwicklung von Messaging-Strategien Dein Ziel: Entwickle ein ganzheitliches Verständnis dafür, wie strategischer B2B-Software-Vertrieb funktioniert, vom Markt über das Produkt bis zum Kunden. Phase 2: Strategic Execution (Monate 4–8) Own your Pipeline. Drive your Strategy. * Ownership übernehmen: Du bekommst dein eigenes Lead-Segment und entwickelst datenbasierte Account-Strategien * Strategic Outbound & Lead Generation: Identifiziere Target-Accounts, entwickle Messaging-Frameworks, teste systematisch verschiedene Outreach-Kanäle (LinkedIn, E-Mail, Telefon) und optimiere Conversion-Rates * Cold Outreach Excellence: Lerne, wie man relevante Entscheider identifiziert, personalisierte Multi-Touch-Kampagnen entwickelt und erste Gespräche mit C-Level-Stakeholdern führt * Consultative Selling: Führe Discovery-Calls, identifiziere Pain Points und qualifiziere nach MEDDIC/BANT * Data-Driven Optimization: Analysiere Outreach-Performance, A/B-teste Messaging und entwickle Best Practices für dein Segment * Cross-funktionale Zusammenarbeit: Arbeite mit Marketing,Product und Customer Success zusammen und lerne, wie GTM-Teams strategisch zusammenwirken * Strukturierte Trainings: Sales-Methodiken (SolutionSelling, Challenger Sale), Stakeholder-Mapping, Objection Handling, CRM-Management (HubSpot), Forecasting & Pipeline-Analytics Dein Ziel: Beweise, dass du systematisch Pipeline aufbauen, strategisch outbound arbeiten und eigene GTM-Hypothesen entwickeln und testen kannst. Phase 3: Strategic Deal Management (Monate 9–12) Close Complex Deals. Think like a Business Leader. * Full-Cycle-Ownership: Du übernimmst komplexe Deals von A bis Z, vom ersten Cold-Outreach bis zur Vertragsunterschrift * Multi-Stakeholder-Navigation:Lerne, in komplexen Organisationen zu navigieren, Economic Buyers zu identifizieren und Champions aufzubauen * Value-BasedSelling: Entwickle Business Cases, ROI-Berechnungen und Mehrwert-Argumentationen für C-Level-Entscheider * Deal-Strategie &Forecasting: Führe systematisches Pipeline-Management durch, entwickle Deal-Strategien und lerne, Risiken zu mitigieren * Advanced Outbound Strategies: Skaliere erfolgreiche Outreach-Patterns, optimiere Response-Rates und baue nachhaltige Beziehungen zu Key-Accounts auf * Vorbereitung auf die AE-Rolle: Du arbeitest bereits wie ein vollwertiger Account Executive, mit Autonomie, Mentoring und klarem Karrierepfad Dein Ziel: Schließe deine ersten strategischen Deals ab, demonstriere Business-Verständnis auf Senior-Level und bereite dich auf deine Beförderung vor. Monat 13: Du bist GTM Associate oder Account Executive * Volles Territorium mit strategischen Accounts * VolleQuotamit attraktivem Variable-Comp * Ownership über deine eigene GTM-Strategie und Outbound-Pipeline DEIN PROFIL * Einen überdurchschnittlichen Bachelor- oder Masterabschluss (BWL, VWL, Wirtschaftsinformatik, Ingenieurwesen, Psychologie, oder vergleichbar) * Analytisches & strategisches Denken: Du kannst komplexe Zusammenhänge schnell erfassen, strukturieren und ableiten * Erste Berührungspunkte mit anspruchsvollen Umfeldern (Top-Tier-Praktika in Beratung, Investment Banking, Startups, Corporate) * Intrinsische Motivation & Ownership-Mentalität: Du willst nicht nur "Aufgaben abhaken", sondern verstehen, wie Business funktioniert * Exzellente Kommunikationsfähigkeiten: Du kannst komplexe Sachverhalte strukturiert und überzeugend präsentieren – auf Deutsch und Englisch * Resilienz & Growth Mindset: Du siehst Herausforderungen als Lernchancen, bleibst hartnäckig bei der Verfolgung deiner Ziele und lässt dich von Rückschlägen nicht entmutigen * Proaktive Persönlichkeit: Du gehst auf Menschen zu, baust Beziehungen auf und scheust dich nicht davor, neue Kontakte zu knüpfen * Neugier für Tech & Innovation: Du interessierst dich für AI, SaaS und digitale Geschäftsmodelle Nice-to-Have (aber kein Muss): * Erste Erfahrung im Vertrieb, Business Development, Consulting oder Strategy * Affinität zu B2B-Software,Procurementoder Supply Chain Management * Ein Gespür dafür, wie man Vertrauen aufbaut und strategische Beziehungen entwickelt WARUM WIR? Wir gestalten die Zukunft einer €300Mrd.-Industrie Die Procurement-Branche ist eine der letzten großen Industrien, die digitalisiert wird. Mit unserer $30M-Finanzierung schaffen wir den "iPhone-Moment", und du bist von Anfang an dabei. Strategic Product in a Strategic Market Unsere Agentic AI Procurement Suite automatisiert den gesamten Einkaufsprozess für industrielle Unternehmen, von der Bedarfsplanung über Lieferantenmanagement bis zur Vertragsverhandlung. Du verkaufst kein "nice-to-have", sondern ein business-critical System, das CFOs und CPOs direkt betrifft. Wachstum, das du mitgestaltest Series A abgeschlossen. Produkt validiert. Kunden in DACH und erste internationale Expansion. Jetzt skalieren wir die GTM-Organisation, und du baust sie mit auf. Deine strategischen Ideen und Analysen fließen direkt in unsere Go-to-Market-Strategie ein. Learn from the Best Arbeite direkt mit unserem Gründerteam und erfahrenen Sales-Leaders zusammen, die selbst bei Top-Tier-SaaS-Companies und Tier-1-Beratungen gelernt haben. Was wir dir bieten * Konkurrenzfähiges Gehalt mit attraktiver Performance-Vergütung * Garantierter Karrierepfad: Trainee (12 Mo.) → AE / GTM-Scaler → Team Lead * Intensives Coaching-Programm: 90+ Trainings zu Sales-Strategie, Outbound-Excellence, Produktwissen, Soft Skills + individuelles Mentoring durch Founders& Senior AEs * Strategic Exposure: Arbeite an komplexen Deals, präsentiere vor C-Level, entwickle GTM-Strategien mit * Exklusive Networking-Events mit Berlins Tech- & VC-Szene * Equity-Optionen – Wachse mit uns und profitiere vom Unternehmenserfolg Ready to build your strategic career in Tech? Wenn du den analytischen Anspruch einer Beratung mit dem Impact und der Geschwindigkeit eines Tech-Scale-ups verbinden willst, dann ist das Mercanis GTM Scaling Program dein nächster Move.