Are you ready for the next step in your career?
We are looking for a motivated and results-driven Sales Development Representative to join our growing team. This role is based in Portugal and requires a native or fluent Swiss German speaker. You will be responsible for identifying and generating new business opportunities by actively engaging with potential clients in Switzerland.
You will play a critical role in the sales process by researching leads, initiating conversations, and setting up meetings for the sales team. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and enthusiastic individual to join an international, innovative company and to be part of the growing renewable energy sector.
What you will be doing:
- Generate leads by identifying and researching potential clients in the commercial and industrial sectors for self-consumption energy projects.
- Initiate contact with prospects through cold calls, emails, and social media to introduce our energy solutions.
- Conduct initial qualification calls to understand the needs and challenges of potential clients and determine fit for our services.
- Schedule meetings and demonstrations for the sales and operations team with qualified leads.
- Maintain communication with leads and nurture relationships to move them through the sales pipeline.
- Track all activities and interactions with prospects in the CRM system (we work with Salesforce), ensuring data accuracy and up-to-date information.
- Work closely with the Head of Origination and Marketing team to develop strategies for engaging and converting leads.
- Provide market insights and customer feedback to help improve our products and sales processes.
You will report to:
Our Head of Origination DACH, Fabian Meier.
Who are we looking for?
- Previous experience in inside/internal sales, customer success, account management or similar role.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in Swiss German and English, with the ability to effectively engage and persuade decision-makers. Knowledge of French or Bilingual is of advantage.
- Familiarity with CRM tools (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce) and lead generation platforms.
- Comfortable using digital tools for outreach, communication, and research.
- A self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Pick up the phone mentality: you are not afraid to get the conversation started.
Workplace
This role is based in Lisbon. We have a hybrid working model where we come 2-3 days per week to the office. You will be travelling to Switzerland occasionally.
What's in it for you?
🚀 Entrepreneurial environment - Experience the spirit of a growing company where your contributions will have a direct impact.
💡 Learn from the best – work alongside a highly experienced team of industry leaders with deep expertise in the solar sector.
💸 Competitive salary and some nice benefits such as health insurance (Medis) and a gym membership (Urban Sports Club).
🌞 A unique opportunity to shape the future of renewable energy – be part of a mission-driven company that’s transforming the industry.
🌱 Fast-track career growth – as a key member in our team, you’ll have opportunities to grow with us, take on bigger responsibilities.
🎉 Exciting team events – from offsites in Switzerland and Spain to local gatherings, we believe in celebrating successes together.