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(Senior) Business Development Representative (m/f/d)

Heilbronn
May 2, 2026
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Job Description

About the Role

Xentral is looking for a motivated Business Development Representative (BDR) to support the early stages of our B2B sales pipeline.

In this role, you will be responsible for identifying, engaging, and qualifying new business opportunities. You will act as the first point of contact for potential customers and play a key role in building a strong and predictable sales pipeline for the Account Executive team.

You will work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Partner Management teams in a fast-paced SaaS environment focused on ERP and business automation solutions.

EU digital business context

What You Will Do

Lead Generation & Prospecting

You will drive outbound and inbound lead engagement.

  • Research and identify relevant target companies and decision-makers
    Build structured outreach lists for prospecting campaigns
    Prioritise incoming leads based on defined qualification criteria
    Manage timely responses across inbound, partner, and outbound channels

Multi-Channel Outreach

You will engage prospects through structured communication strategies.

  • Execute outreach via email, phone, and LinkedIn
    Run multi-step engagement sequences
    Initiate first contact and build interest in Xentral’s solutions
    Maintain consistent follow-ups to maximise conversion opportunities

EU digital marketing & communication context

Qualification & Discovery Calls

You will conduct structured conversations with potential customers.

  • Understand business needs, systems, and operational challenges
    Identify stakeholders and decision-making processes
    Assess urgency, timing, and fit for Xentral’s platform
    Qualify opportunities and schedule meetings for Account Executives

CRM Management & Data Quality

You will ensure strong pipeline hygiene and accurate reporting.

  • Work daily in HubSpot or similar CRM systems
    Maintain accurate records of outreach and engagement
    Document next steps and ensure smooth handover to Sales
    Support data-driven decision-making across teams

EU data governance reference

Market Feedback & Continuous Improvement

You will help improve sales effectiveness through insights.

  • Share feedback on messaging and market response
    Contribute insights on competitors and customer needs
    Support optimisation of outreach strategies
    Work with Marketing and Sales to improve conversion performance

What You Bring

Experience

  • Experience in B2B sales, lead generation, or outbound prospecting
    Background in SaaS, ERP, IT, or process automation is a strong advantage
    Understanding of longer B2B sales cycles and multi-stakeholder environments

EU SME business environment context

Communication Skills

  • Confident and clear communication in both written and spoken form
    Ability to engage senior decision-makers professionally
    Strong storytelling and persuasion skills

Sales & Performance Mindset

  • Goal-driven and KPI-focused approach
    Strong discipline in follow-ups and pipeline management
    Comfortable working in a performance-oriented environment
    Open to coaching and continuous improvement

EU employment & skills development

Tools & Systems

  • Experience with CRM tools (HubSpot is a plus)
    Strong organisational and data management skills
    Structured and detail-oriented working style

EU digital skills framework

What We Offer

  • Flexible Work Setup
    Remote-first model across Europe
    Office hubs in Augsburg, Amsterdam, Berlin, Munich, and Lohne
    Flexible working hours for better work-life balance

EU work-life balance guidance

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary package
    28 vacation days plus additional special leave
    Monthly flexible benefits voucher (lifestyle, sports, shopping, etc.)
    Subsidised private pension plan (Germany-based employees)
    High-quality home office equipment

EU social protection framework

Learning & Development

  • Dedicated personal development budget
    Continuous training and career growth opportunities
    Support for upskilling in sales and SaaS expertise

EU lifelong learning initiative

Culture & Environment

  • International team across 17 locations and 30+ nationalities
    Flat hierarchy with open communication culture
    Regular virtual and in-person team events
    Strong focus on collaboration and transparency

EU diversity & inclusion context

Wellbeing & Mental Health

  • 24/7 mental health support services
    Access to counselling, therapy, and financial/legal guidance
    Focus on sustainable performance and employee wellbeing

EU workplace health guidance

About Xentral

Xentral is a fast-growing European SaaS company backed by leading investors including Sequoia Capital and Visionaries Club.

The company builds ERP and business automation software designed to help e-commerce and SME businesses simplify operations, automate workflows, and scale efficiently.

EU digital transformation context

Why This Role Matters

This position is ideal if you want to:

  • Build foundational experience in high-growth SaaS sales
    Work closely with decision-makers and enterprise clients
    Develop strong commercial and communication skills
    Be part of a mission-driven European tech company