Business Development Representative - German speaking (f/m/d)

Make a Real Difference
At Prewave, we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the world. Our innovative AI solutions help businesses identify and predict global supply chain risks. Our aim is to make supply chains more resilient, transparent and sustainable. By doing this we help companies to ensure fair working conditions, eliminate child labour, reduce waste and promote sustainable practices across global supply chains.

Trusted by Global Industry Leaders
Prewave proudly partners with industry leaders such as BMW, Kärcher, Hilti, PwC, and Porsche. Our supply chain superintelligence helps navigate complex supply chain challenges, ensuring operational integrity and enhancing market leadership.

We are looking for a German-speaking Business Development Representative in our Business Development team to join us on this exciting journey!

As our Business Development Representative at Prewave, you will…

• Handle high volume prospecting for qualified leads

• Develop new sales opportunities through outbound prospecting via LinkedIn, cold calling and emailing

• Work closely and collaboratively with Account Executives to develop and implement appropriate prospect strategies and plans

• Schedule online product demonstrations for a qualified lead whilst ensuring you meet your quarterly goals

• Understand the customers requirements and needs using sales methodologies

• Keep an overview over several projects at a time, monitor their progress and make sure deadlines are met

Must haves

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education

• 2+ years of experience in sales development in B2B environments

• Very good at prospecting and cold-calling

• Native or bilingual proficiency in German

• Professional level fluency in English, both written and spoken

• Outgoing personality and passion to succeed

• Strong communication and listening skills

• Living in a commutable distance to Vienna or willing to relocate

Bonus points for

• Experience with HubSpot, LinkedIn & LinkedIn Sales Navigator

• Genuine interest in AI, risk prediction, supply chains and what we do

• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• What You Can Expect:
  • Competitive Compensation and Benefits: We recognize and reward talent. In line with Austrian law, we are required to state the minimum salary as per the collective agreement, which is EUR 2,396 per month. However, the actual salary will be adjusted based on your qualifications, experience, and the specific role.
    
    
  • Inclusive and Supportive Work Environment: Join a dynamic team in a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a workplace where all backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued. Your voice is important here.
    
    
  • Work-Life Balance: Your well-being matters. Enjoy flexible working hours and options for working from home to promote a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
    
• What our employees love:
  • Celebrate Your Birthday: Enjoy an extra vacation day to make your birthday special.
  • Office Snacks and Fruits: Stay energised with a variety of snacks and fresh fruits available in the office.
  • Engaging Team Events: Join us for cheese tastings, Ping-pong tournaments, company dinners, seasonal celebrations, and more to foster a vibrant team spirit.
  • Health and Wellness Initiatives: Participate in team sports through our partnership with Eversports, support your mental well-being with guidance from our workplace psychologist, and benefit from health initiatives such as shiatsu sessions, vaccinations and regular health check-ups to prioritise your physical and mental well-being.
  • Your device of choice: whether it's Windows, MacOS or Linux, we'll let you choose your preferred operating system.
  • Training and Development: We believe in investing in our employee’s growth. Besides company-wide German- and soft skills training, each team member is encouraged to discuss their professional development ideas with their manager.
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  Join Prewave and be part of a passionate team committed to building a future where businesses can thrive alongside ethical and sustainable practices and track ESG (environmental, social, and governance) risks in their supply chains.

We, at Prewave, take pride in encouraging and ensuring a sustainable, transparent and resilient supply chain for all. In our platform, our clients can utilise several tools to understand, analyse and anticipate any risks coming their way. We are using AI technologies to identify and predict these risks.

Our passion for more ethical business practices carried us to be one of top 10 startups in Austria in 2022 by LinkedIn, the best idea spot in 2023, and #7 in best startups list in Austria in 2024 by Trend Magazine.

We are based in Vienna, Austria, and we already have our first office in Paris. We enjoy our work with our team members from all around the world. We are a huge community from more than 35 nationalities already, and counting!

If you crave to belong to a fast-moving and diverse environment, we are one click away. Let's start chatting!