German Speaking Business Development Manager
- Location
- Worthing, West Sussex, United Kingdom
- Salary
- £35k - 40k per year + commission
- Job type
- Permanent Vacancy
- Fluent Language
- German
- Category
- Manufacturing
- Job Reference
- BDWorth
- Posted on
- 15 Jan 2026
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About the Role:
Job Title: German Speaking Business Development Manager
Location: Worthing
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 basic + uncapped commission
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Hours: Monday–Thursday 8:00am–4:30pm, Friday 8:00am–3:30pm
Travel: Occasional travel to Germany
German Speaking Business Development Manager
An established and successful organisation is looking to appoint a German Speaking Business Development Manager to manage and grow a portfolio of existing German-speaking accounts while generating new business opportunities.
This is an excellent opportunity for a driven sales professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys developing long-term customer relationships alongside new business growth.
The role is predominantly office-based in Worthing, with regular opportunities to visit customers in Germany where this adds value to sales, retention and growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and grow a portfolio of existing German-speaking customer accounts
- Identify and develop new business opportunities through targeted prospecting
- Generate new revenue through cross-selling, upselling and inbound lead follow-up
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders at all levels
- Protect and grow existing revenue streams through effective account management
- Use a consultative sales approach to understand customer needs
- Manage your sales territory effectively, prioritising time and activity
- Achieve and exceed sales targets in a performance-driven environment
Skills & Experience Required:
- Proven track record in sales and business development
- Fluent German (spoken and written)
- Strong consultative selling and relationship-building skills
- Excellent prospecting and cross-selling ability
- Strong time management and multi-tasking capability
- Commercially minded with a proactive and driven approach
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced sales environment
Rewards & Benefits:
- Competitive basic salary
- Generous uncapped commission structure
- Commission accelerators for high performers
- Bonuses linked to account retention
- Ongoing career progression opportunities
- Full training and structured onboarding
- Strong sales and marketing support
- Company pension scheme
- Private healthcare
- Life insurance
- Modern office environment with free parking
Please apply and take the next step forward in your career! I look forward to receiving your CV