Sales Director (German-speaking)

You'll be joining a fast-scaling, founder-led company that is redefining an entire industry. Founded in 2014, this European B2B signage company has built a premium brand trusted by some of the most recognisable names in retail, hospitality, tech, and luxury — think global household brands across Germany, Sweden, Poland, and beyond.

What makes this company unique is its ambition: to become the first truly scalable business in a sector that has historically been fragmented, craft-based, and impossible to systematise. Through smart processes, technology, and now AI, they are doing exactly that. This is not a startup at zero — it's a proven business with real revenue, real clients, and a clear roadmap to European market leadership.

With offices in Berlin, Wrocław, and Helsingborg, they're at an exciting inflection point and building the senior commercial team to take them there.

This is one of the most important hires the company will make this year. As Sales Director, you'll architect the commercial engine — owning inbound and outbound sales, CRM and AI-driven workflow transformation, and the full customer experience from first touch to retention. You'll manage and develop a growing team of sales consultants, working closely with the founders to shape strategy and execute with discipline.

Tasks

• Grow and develop the inbound sales team, outbound function, aftersales, and offline conversion
• Own sales team targets and metrics — structured planning and execution, not gut-feel management
• Drive customer satisfaction and retention of key brand clients
• Oversee the CRM system and full customer journey
• Develop market and customer understanding to inform product, pricing, and strategy
• Manage client relationships and resolve disputes when they arise

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in sales, with at least some time leading or mentoring a team
• A strong sense of ownership — you take responsibility for outcomes, not just activities
• Comfortable managing people and holding a team accountable to resultsSolid understanding of CRM systems, pipelines, and data-driven decision making
• An appetite for AI-native tools and workflow automation — you don't need to have built it all before, but you need to be genuinely excited about it
• German at native level — this is non-negotiableProfessional English
• Based in Berlin or willing to relocate — this is an on-site role

Benefits

• Competitive base salary, complemented by bonus packages and additional incentives
• A genuine seat at the table — direct access to the founders and real influence over commercial strategy
• The chance to grow into and shape a Head of Sales role at a profitable, scaling business
• Berlin-based, on-site role with an international, mission-driven team

• 30-minute briefing call with our hiring team — a chance to learn more about the role and for us to understand your background
• 30-minute interview with the CEO and Founder — a direct conversation about your experience, leadership approach, and vision
• In-person meetings in Berlin — if there's a strong mutual fit, you'll meet the team face to face to discuss the role, culture, and compensation in depth

If this sounds like the right next step for you, we'd love to hear from you.

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Position Details

• Job Title: Sales Director (German-speaking)
• Company / Organisation: Rapid Pioneers
• Location: Berlin
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Field / Industry: Sales
• Work Arrangement: On-site or hybrid - Berlin

About This Opportunity

This full-time opportunity at Rapid Pioneers is an excellent opening for experienced professionals in the field of sales and business development. The role is structured around an on-site or hybrid environment based in Berlin and is designed for candidates who are ready to make a meaningful contribution from the moment they join.

Based in Berlin, this role offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with a local team in a structured professional environment. Candidates currently based in the area or open to relocation are strongly encouraged to apply.

Whether you are an established practitioner in sales and business development or a highly skilled professional looking for your next challenge, this Sales Director (German-speaking) role offers the platform to apply your expertise in a real-world, results-oriented environment. Rapid Pioneers is looking for a candidate who can hit the ground running and add genuine value to the team.

Who Should Apply

This role is ideal for candidates who have a solid background in sales and business development and a demonstrable track record of delivering high-quality results. You should possess persuasive communication, relationship management, resilience, and a results-driven mindset. Experience working with CRM platforms, sales intelligence tools, and communication and presentation software will be an advantage, though a commitment to continuous learning and professional development is equally valued.

Beyond technical or domain expertise, Rapid Pioneers is looking for someone who communicates clearly, collaborates effectively with colleagues and stakeholders, and takes ownership of their work from start to finish. If you thrive in a professional environment and are passionate about the opportunity to generate revenue, expand the client base, and build long-lasting business relationships, we encourage you to apply.

Key Competencies for This Role

Successful candidates for the Sales Director (German-speaking) position at Rapid Pioneers will typically demonstrate the following core competencies:

• Domain expertise - a strong foundation of knowledge and hands-on experience in sales and business development
• Problem-solving ability - the capacity to identify challenges, think critically, and implement practical solutions efficiently
• Communication skills - clear and professional communication with colleagues, stakeholders, and partners at all levels
• Self-management - strong time management and the ability to prioritise a varied workload while meeting deadlines
• Team collaboration - a collaborative and supportive approach to working alongside colleagues across departments or locations
• Adaptability - the ability to respond positively to change and thrive in a dynamic, evolving work environment

How to Apply

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