Hybrid Full-time

Spotlight Unit is hiring a Sales Manager:in (m/w/d)

About the Role

Spotlight Unit is hiring a Sales Manager:in (m/w/d) to lead New Business Development for our social media agency. You will join a creative, dynamic team with flat hierarchies and significant creative freedom, working on projects with brands of all sizes.

What You'll Do

  • Identify exciting brands and strong leads that are a perfect fit for Spotlight Unit.
  • Develop creative contact strategies via email, LinkedIn, direct messages, or new channels.
  • Design the first touchpoint and ensure a convincing entry into new customer relationships.
  • Represent Spotlight Unit at key industry events and expand our network with decision-makers.
  • Manage the internal CRM and lead management system.
  • Bring in fresh ideas to turn initial conversations into long-term partnerships.
  • Observe the market, recognize trends early, and derive concrete impulses for our sales strategy.

What We're Looking For

  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in Sales, New Business, or Business Development.
  • Entrepreneurial thinking with the ability to recognize potential and pitch it convincingly.
  • Communicative, proactive approach and enjoyment of active exchange with people.
  • Genuine interest in social media, influencer marketing, and digital trends.
  • Good feel for language and the ability to formulate messages precisely and convincingly.
  • Structured, independent work style with a hands-on mentality.
  • Ability to speak and write German at a native level.

Nice to Have

  • Experience in an agency or digital environment.

Technical Stack

  • CRM and lead management system.

Team & Environment

You'll join a creative, dynamic team of 1-10 employees with flat hierarchies and significant creative freedom. It's an environment where your ideas are heard, tested, and implemented.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Flexible working models: remote and in the office in the heart of Cologne.
  • Instagrammable team events and after-work sessions.
  • Always full fridge with drinks & unlimited snacks.

Work Mode

This is a hybrid role based in Cologne, Germany.

Spotlight Unit is an equal opportunity employer.

Required Skills
CRMLead ManagementSales ManagementTeam LeadershipSales StrategyBusiness DevelopmentCommunicationNegotiationMarket AnalysisPerformance Management
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A young social media agency from Cologne focused on influencer marketing, community-building, and creative social media strategy development. They develop unique social campaigns with real impact for clients from various industries.

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Posted 8 months ago