Hi, we are Icecat
Icecat is a global leader in product content syndication, helping organizations deliver enriched, engaging, consistent, and compelling product information across various platforms and channels. Trusted by more than 40,000 of the world’s most successful e-commerce businesses, Icecat empowers global brands, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers to deliver omnichannel customer experiences that turn browsers into buyers.
We’re now looking for an awesome Business Development Manager who is bursting with curiosity and initiative and would be keen to join our team!
👏 About the Role
Your primary role as a Business Development Manager is to expand the Iceshop business, a daughter company of Icecat, in existing and or new verticals. Having the benefit of cross-selling services from other entities in the holding will make your job even more interesting. The possibilities are endless, and that leaves you with plenty of relevant opportunities to discuss them during your prospecting conversations. By managing & prospecting clients via visiting, networking, cold calling, promoting, or by other means of generating interest. Using an existing network from your experience can, of course, speed up the potential business.🎯 Main Responsibilities
- Identify and approach decision-makers within the client organization and turn this into increased business
- Implement the sales strategy (terms of sales, sales processes, etc.)
- Research and build relationships with existing and new clients
- Develop and expand long-term customer relationships
- Prepare and execute contract negotiations
- Develop and implement sales-driven marketing / promotional activities
- Participate in trade fair shows / Set up of customer events
- Reports to Sales Manager
🎓 Your Profile
- HBO or higher work and thinking level
- Strong affinity with e-commerce platforms and services
- Self-reliant team player
- Structured way of working, basing decisions on solid analysis
- Negotiation and organizational skills
- Self-confidence, friendly and customer-driven
- Strong communication skills and dynamic personality
- Work experience in the SaaS business is a plus
- Experience with Microsoft Office
- A flexible attitude, not a 9 to 5 mentality
- Network in the IT and electronics industry is a big plus
- Native Dutch and fluent English; other languages are a plus
- Proven track record and contact in the B2B area
🎉 Benefits, Perks & Culture
- Cozy office in Amsterdam
- Tasty snacks and fruits at the office
- Company laptop
- Competitive salary
- Travel cost compensation (only within the Netherlands)
- Team-building events abroad
- Friday drinks and team outings
- Working in an informal setting with a young, multi-national team
- Transparent and flexible culture
If this sounds exciting, we’d love to hear from you! Not sure you’re a perfect fit? Reach out anyway. We’re looking for awesome individuals, not folks who perfectly match a job posting 🤩.
