Tasks
As an International Account Executive at Sesamers youll be at the forefront of our global expansion connecting startups with impactful event opportunities. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Finding startups across the globe and identifying key players in diverse international markets.
- Connecting with startups to understand their global growth ambitions and demonstrate how Sesamers can be their strategic partner for international event participation.
- Developing and presenting compelling proposals for booth sales sponsorships and other event participation packages.
- Closing deals with startups to secure their participation in events achieving and exceeding ambitious global sales targets (target: KPI Metric: Target Number).
- Building and nurturing strong trustbased relationships with startup clients from various cultural backgrounds.
- Collaborating closely with event organizers worldwide to ensure seamless integration and a positive experience for participating startups.
- Managing sales activities and client interactions within our CRM system and providing accurate and timely reports.
- Traveling internationally to attend industry events meet with clients and build relationships with event organizers (approximately Percentage of time).
Requirements
Were looking for a globallyminded sales professional who thrives in a fastpaced international environment and is passionate about helping startups achieve global success. Wed love you to have:
- 2 years of B2B sales experience with a proven ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Experience in the international events industry or working with globally expanding startups is a significant advantage.
- A strong understanding of the global startup ecosystem and the challenges and opportunities of international expansion.
- Excellent communication presentation and negotiation skills with the ability to adapt your style to diverse cultural contexts.
- Exceptional relationshipbuilding and client management abilities emphasizing transparency and building trust across cultures.
- Strong problemsolving skills cultural sensitivity and a proactive approach to navigating international business environments.
- Ability to work independently manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively with a distributed international team.
- Resilience a global mindset and a strong drive to meet and exceed ambitious international sales targets.
- Fluency in English is essential; fluency in additional European or Asian languages is highly preferred.
- Experience with sales automation tools (e.g. HubSpot Salesloft Lemlist) and familiarity with AI tools for sales (e.g. AIpowered prospecting lead scoring) is a plus.
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally
Benefits
Join Sesamers and become part of a dynamic international team that is shaping the future of global startup growth. We offer:
- An attractive commission structure (unlimited bonus without a floor added bonus per quarter performance added bonus per yearly performance) that rewards your global success.
- Comprehensive health insurance.
- Generous paid time off 5 weeks) to recharge from your global travels.
- Significant career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding international company.
- A vibrant and collaborative company culture that embraces diversity innovation and a passion for connecting the world.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities to enhance your sales skills cultural competency and industry knowledge.
- The unique opportunity to make a real impact on the global startup ecosystem connecting startups with the right events to achieve their international expansion goals.
- The chance to build a global network and experience diverse cultures through international travel.
If you are a driven internationallyminded and culturally adaptable sales professional with a passion for empowering startups on a global scale we encourage you to apply!