Do you want to work for the global leader in the language services and technology industry? Are you interested in helping international brands/organizations find and implement solutions that allow them to communicate, operate and sell their products and services efficiently and effectively? And are you the type of person who enjoys an integrity focused, fast-paced, entrepreneurial, innovative, vibrant environment? Then we'd like to hear from you!
TransPerfect was founded with a mission to help the world's businesses navigate the global marketplace. Today, we have grown to be an industry leader organization by helping clients globalize their business no matter what service they might need. TransPerfect provides a full array of language and business support services, including translation, subtitling and dubbing, multicultural marketing, website globalization, legal support, and any kind of technology solution.
That’s enough about us – what about you? We look for and appreciate anyone who is willing to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in! We offer a fast growth path for career and personal development and provide full training around our services, technology solutions and workflows. Therefore the key skills we are looking for are solid communication and relationship building abilities, keeping a cool head under pressure and really owning your role, taking responsibility for your clients and their business success.
Job Description
The position of Sales Associate is responsible for developing new business relationships and serving as the first level of support to existing clients.
Description:
Develop an effective understanding of the capability, benefits and competitive advantages of TransPerfect’s services
Identify prospective customers and individual organisations to focus on sales activities
Develop new client relationships via cold calling, the Internet, and trade shows
In coordination with Sales Management, identify, quality, develop and close sales opportunities
Promote and educate clients regarding TransPerfect’s services
Provide customer support and manage client expectations in liaison with the Production Management Team
Manage and control pricing and contractual issues by developing a thorough understanding of company procedures
Take an active role in learning about each client’s industry, business needs and company culture to identify new business opportunities and provide a high level of service
Perform other special projects or duties when required
Required Skills:
Minimum Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent
Superior written and spoken communication skills in German & English
Previous working experience in a high tech environment
Familiarity and ability to communicate issues related to web technologies, desktop publishing software, database and network environments, etc.
Good analytical skills needed to project revenues, monitor budgets and other necessary calculations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Willingness to travel to offsite client or sales meetings