This job is more than just a job
In this role, you will be part of a passionate team committed to making a positive impact on the world. At Growingpaper, it’s not just about selling; it’s about building valuable relationships and promoting sustainability with fantastic printing. While profit margins, Excel sheets, and complex negotiations are an important part of your work, you will also have the chance to develop skills in an environment where you can grow, without giving the same boring presentation every week. Additionally, this isn’t just about the Netherlands and Germany. You’ll also contribute to increasing sales in other countries. We offer you a great workplace in our beautiful green office garden with 4 trees and 47 plants (including Karel the creeper, our climbing plant, and José Juan the cactus), with hybrid working options available depending on the distance. And although the plants don’t talk back, you will work directly with two German-speaking colleagues.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Outbound Sales (about 40% of the time)
- Identify and target potential partners in key sectors (e.g., gifts, (online) printing companies, etc.).
- Build relationships with decision-makers at the top 5 players in each target segment.
- Negotiate and close deals, including complex pricing agreements. There is a fine line between no deal and a profitable deal.
- Increase revenue with existing relationships.
- Experiment and test new approaches, markets, and products to expand our potential.
Inbound Sales (about 30% of the time)
- Convert incoming quote requests and inquiries into orders and partnerships, in collaboration with customer service.
- Analyze lost leads and explore customer needs to improve strategies and processes.
Improving the Inbound Sales Process (about 30% of the time)
- Structure, improve, and automate the inbound sales process.
- Work with others on projects to improve our offerings and the company as a whole.
What We Offer You
At Growingpaper, we provide an inspiring work environment and attractive working conditions:
- Base salary between EUR 3,250 and EUR 4,000 per month based on 40 hours per week.
- An unlimited bonus scheme. If you hit your target, your salary could quickly reach EUR 5,000 per month.
- Hard work is rewarded. If you work overtime, you can later take that as time off elsewhere.
- To recharge, we offer 25 vacation days based on 40 hours per week.
- Good work/life balance with the possibility to work from home.
- Pension plan.
- A start-up culture where your development and sustainable growth go hand in hand.
- Direct collaboration with the company’s founder.
Your Profile
For this position, you need several skills and qualifications. Do you recognize yourself in the following points?
- Excellent communication skills; you can even have a nice chat with the plants!
- Commercial mindset; it’s all about getting the best deal.
- The German market holds no secrets for you. You know how to create and seize new opportunities. Fluent German is a must.
- Strong organizational skills and structure; you know how to make a plan to gain market share in Germany.
- Strong analytical skills; working with extensive Excel sheets, adjusting margins, and creating the ideal offer. A deal is quickly made or broken.
- Sales experience (B2B); you know how to guide quote and partnership processes.
About Us
Growingpaper is a leading player in the sustainable printing sector. We focus on creating high-quality, eco-friendly products that help businesses communicate their messages responsibly, without making it look like they are boasting about their eco-friendliness. Our team is a mix of experienced professionals and new talent working together. We believe that everyone can contribute to our mission and promote a culture of openness and collaboration where your expertise and ideas are valued.
Does this sound like the right position for you?
Want to know more about this unique opportunity? We warmly invite you for an introductory meeting, a tour of our office, and a coffee to discuss the possibilities. You can easily apply via our website.
We look forward to discovering how we can work together for a greener future. Want more information? Feel free to contact Pim van Keimpema at pim@growingpaper.com or call 06-57338172.
Growingpaper offers equal opportunities in this application process and for all employees. We are committed to providing everyone with equal opportunities, regardless of origin, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability. We strongly reject discrimination and harassment based on these characteristics.
