Logo for Transporeon

Business Development Representative, German speaker

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bilingual proficiency in German and English (C1/C2)
  • At least 1 year of experience in a Sales or BDR role
  • Excellent negotiation and active listening skills with ability to build relationships
  • Self-starter with a growth mindset and ability to excel in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Fuel the Pipeline: Identify and create high-value qualified sales opportunities through strategic outbound prospecting
  • Master the Conversation: Lead intelligent, engaging discovery calls and email campaigns to qualify interest and build rapport with potential partners
  • Bridge the Gap: Act as the critical intermediary between Marketing and Sales to facilitate seamless cross-functional teamwork
  • Showcase Expertise: Serve as a subject matter expert on Transporeon's product offerings to help prospects solve complex logistics challenges

Key facts

Other skills

  • Communication
  • Active Listening
  • Negotiation
  • Teamwork
  • Relationship Building
  • Growth Mindedness
  • Problem Solving

About the company

Transporeon logo

Transporeon

Transportation, Logistics & Supply Chain

At Transporeon, our goal is to bring transportation in sync with the world. Our cloud-based transportation sourcing and management platform powers the most experienced network of shippers, suppliers, retailers, goods recipients, and carriers in the world. Founded in 2000, we help our 1,300+ active global shippers and our 120,000+ carriers transport goods more efficiently and sustainably than ever before. Our team is made up of more than 1000 highly skilled, committed, and creative professionals, sitting in one of our eight office locations. Together we speak 25 different languages, helping us serve our global customers and partners and manage our 20 million annual global transports. In addition to our core Transporeon Execution Solutions, procurement, and market intelligence solutions, we also offer Real-Time visibility with Sixfold and payment services with ControlPay. By combining this deep industry knowledge with technical expertise, we can provide a holistic approach to transport management. This leads to greater transparency, increased efficiency, and improved sustainability — helping us truly become a driving force for good and bringing transportation in sync with the world.

Company details

Company typeLarge
IndustryTransportation, Logistics & Supply Chain
Company size1001 - 5000

Your match analysis

See how your profile stacks up against this role.

We compared the job requirements to your profile to show where you're strong and where you fall short.

Job description

Drive the Future of Logistics: Business Development Representative (German and English speaker)


At Trimble’s Transporeon division, we don’t just move freight; we move the world forward by rethinking and reinventing how global supply chains operate in a career incubator environment designed to turn ambitious talent into sales pros. You will be the vital link between marketing and sales, engaging in high-level discovery and acting as a subject matter expert to transform how our customers thrive in a digital world.


About Us:
Trimble is an industrial technology company transforming the way the world works by delivering solutions that enable our customers to thrive. We create technologies that connect the digital and physical worlds, helping our customers increase productivity, quality, safety, and sustainability.


Transport & Logistics Business Unit: In the Transportation & Logistics segment, our solutions make it safer, simpler and more efficient to move freight—bringing together a global network of shippers, carriers, brokers and 3PLs.


What Makes This Role Great:
In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of the sales cycle, directly influencing our market expansion by identifying qualified opportunities and shaping the digital transformation of the logistics industry.


Key Exciting Responsibilities

  • Fuel the Pipeline: Identify and create high-value qualified sales opportunities through strategic outbound prospecting.
  • Master the Conversation: Lead intelligent, engaging discovery calls and email campaigns to qualify interest and build rapport with potential partners.
  • Bridge the Gap: Act as the critical intermediary between Marketing and Sales to facilitate seamless cross-functional teamwork.
  • Showcase Expertise: Serve as a subject matter expert on Transporeon’s product offerings to help prospects solve complex logistics challenges.


Essential Skills & Experience

  • Bilingual Proficiency: Professional fluency in both German and English (C1/C2) is required for this role.
  • Sales Foundation: You bring at least 1 year of experience in a Sales or Business Development Representative (BDR) role
  • Communication Mastery: You possess excellent negotiation and active listening skills with a knack for building relationships.
  • Growth Mindset: You are a self-starter with a strong desire to learn and excel within a fast-paced career incubator.


Bonus Points For:

  • Prior experience or knowledge within the Logistics, Supply Chain or SaaS industry.
  • Proficiency in additional European languages.


Why You'll Love Working With Us
At Trimble, we're not just a company that "does good"—we are a team dedicated to making a tangible, positive Real-World Impact. You’ll work on projects that truly matter, collaborating with a team of "visionary pragmatists" who share your purpose and foster a genuine sense of belonging


How to Apply: Please submit an online application for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button located in this posting.

Join a Values-Driven Team: Belong, Grow, Innovate. 

At Trimble, our core values of Belong, Grow, and Innovate aren't just words—they're the foundation of our culture. We foster an environment where you are seen, heard, and valued (Belong); where you have an opportunity to build a career and drive our collective growth (Grow); and where your innovative ideas shape the future (Innovate). We believe in empowering local teams to create impactful strategies, ensuring our global vision resonates with every individual. Become part of a team where your contributions truly matter. 

Trimble’s Privacy Policy

If you need assistance or would like to request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact AskPX@px.trimble.com.

Apply once. Then go straight to the hiring manager.

After you apply, unlock the direct contact details of the people who actually make the call. A quick follow-up makes you 5x more likely to land an interview.

MR

Marcus Rivera

Chief Revenue Officer

m.rivera@company.com
linkedin.com/in/marcusrivera
Unlocked after you apply
·

BDR - Business Development Representative Related jobs

Other jobs at Transporeon

Premium

Reach out to the hiring manager directly.

Gain access to the contact details of the hiring managers who actually decide, and reach out to network with them directly. That, plus more when you upgrade:

  • Full match report with fit score and gaps
  • Career diagnostics on how recruiters read you
  • Curated company matches and warm intros
  • 48h early access to new roles

Cancel anytime.