Sales Representative – Congress & Events (m/f/d)
About the Company
Our client is a fast-growing company in the health & wellness sector, specializing in high-quality nutritional supplements. Founded in 2011, the company has grown to around 40 employees and operates from its headquarters in Gütersloh, Germany, with ambitious international expansion plans across Europe and beyond.
The organization is known for its flat hierarchies, high level of specialist expertise, and a culture built on ownership, collaboration, and intrinsic motivation. Teams work closely together in an informal, respectful environment with a strong “per Du” culture and a modern, well-equipped office setting.
Role Overview
As a Sales Representative – Congress & Events, you will play a key role in the company’s growth by organizing and representing the brand at national and international congresses and trade fairs. You will act as a central contact point for event-related sales activities, customer interactions, and internal coordination with marketing and product management.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of sales, event organization, and hands-on customer engagement, and who is comfortable taking responsibility in a dynamic environment.
Location & Working Model
* Location: Gütersloh, Germany (33334)
* Working model: Primarily on-site, with home-office days by arrangement (not fully remote)
* Travel: Approximately 8–12 national and international events per year
Key Responsibilities
* Plan, organize, and execute national and international congresses and trade fairs
* Manage the company’s exhibition booth, including on-site consulting and customer interaction
* Represent the company and its products professionally at events
* Collaborate on sales-related projects and digital marketing initiatives
* Work closely with internal teams such as sales, marketing, and product management
* Support post-event follow-up activities and evaluate event success
Ideal Candidate Profile
Requirements:
* Fluent German (C2 level) as the working language
* Proven experience in sales or a comparable commercial role
* Willingness to travel regularly for events (8–12 per year)
* Strong sense of responsibility and reliability
Personal traits:
* Versatile and adaptable
* Hands-on, proactive, and well-organized
* Comfortable working independently and taking ownership
Experience & Education
* Experience: 2–3 years in a relevant sales or commercial role
* Education: University degree not required
Compensation & Contract
* Salary: €38,000 – €45,000 gross per year
* Contract: Permanent (unlimited)
* Working hours: 38.5 hours per week (part-time options of 30 or 32 hours possible)
* Vacation: 30 days per year
* Probation period: 6 months
Benefits & Perks
* Professional development and training opportunities
* Modern, climate-controlled offices
* Vacation allowance (€600)
* Company health insurance and free group accident insurance
* Capital-forming benefits (Vermögenswirksame Leistungen)
* Free beverages
* Free parking and good public transport connections
* Structured onboarding and a long-term perspective
Hiring Process
The hiring process typically includes an initial interview, an optional second interview, and a final offer. The entire process usually takes 2–4 weeks.