Sales Manager (f/m/d)
About AutoScout24 Netherlands
AutoScout24 Netherlands is a leading digital automotive company operating the brands AutoScout24, AutoTrack, AutoTrader, and Gaspedaal.nl. Together, these brands help consumers find, compare, buy, and sell cars, while supporting automotive businesses with effective online visibility, lead generation, and digital solutions.
Our platforms play a significant role in the Dutch online car buying and selling market. Every month, millions of vehicles are viewed through our websites and apps by consumers who are researching, comparing options, or ready to purchase a new vehicle. Through our portfolio of brands, we connect supply and demand in various ways within a strong automotive ecosystem.
Our customers include prospective car buyers, dealerships, private sellers, and advertisers. AutoScout24 Netherlands is part of the international AutoScout24 Group, which operates online automotive platforms in Germany, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands, France, and Belgium. Across the group, colleagues from more than 50 nationalities work together to shape the future of online automotive.
About the Role
To expand its sales team, AutoScout24 is looking for an Dutch speaking Inside Account Manager.
As an Inside Account Manager, you have a strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing automotive dealerships. You excel at acquiring new customers, building personal relationships, and retaining existing dealer partners. You will work toward clearly defined sales targets.
Your mission is to help dealerships sell more vehicles and achieve a better return on investment (ROI). You will do this by advising customers on how to optimize their advertising performance and by identifying opportunities for additional advertising solutions. We have access to extensive data that enables you to provide valuable insights and recommendations.
Based on data analysis, you will advise dealerships on pricing strategies, vehicle sourcing, visibility on our platform, and market developments. By combining industry knowledge with commercial insight, you become a trusted advisor and sparring partner whom customers rely on to discuss and improve their business performance.
What You'll Need
- A genuine interest in cars and the automotive industry, a sector that is constantly evolving.
- An energetic and ambitious professional with a strong sales drive and a desire for continuous personal development.
- Strong telephone communication skills, with the ability to listen, advise, and build relationships.
- Excellent commercial skills, persuasive abilities, and perseverance.
- Experience in the automotive industry and/or B2B sales is considered an advantage.
- An MBO or HBO diploma (or equivalent level of education and thinking), supplemented by relevant work experience.
- Excellent command of both Dutch and English, spoken and written.
What You'll Get in Return
- A challenging role with a competitive salary and an attractive bonus scheme.
- A solid pension plan.
- 25 vacation days plus an additional day off on your birthday.
- A fitness allowance.
- Travel expense reimbursement and an attractive pension arrangement.
- The opportunity to work in an international organization with highly motivated colleagues.
- An exceptional working atmosphere, including monthly social events, fun team activities, an informal culture, and a close-knit team.
- Flexible working arrangements, allowing you to work both from the office and from home, while staying connected with colleagues through Slack, Zoom, and phone calls.