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How to Apply for Sales Manager (f/m/d) - Remote Hamburg

at CYCLE

🏢 About CYCLE

CYCLE is accelerating sustainable last-mile deliveries across Europe with comprehensive e-bike solutions, specifically through their Ebike4Delivery service. This company stands out by combining environmental sustainability with practical business solutions for the logistics sector. Working here offers the chance to drive meaningful change in urban mobility while being part of a forward-thinking European startup.

About This Role

As Sales Manager for Ebike4Delivery, you'll own the entire sales cycle from lead generation to contract closure for B2B clients across Germany. This role directly impacts CYCLE's mission by converting businesses to sustainable delivery solutions, requiring you to conduct presentations, negotiate terms, and ensure smooth customer onboarding. Your success will expand the adoption of e-bikes in last-mile logistics, reducing carbon emissions in European cities.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day typically starts with reviewing your sales pipeline in Odoo CRM, followed by prospecting new logistics companies in Germany for Ebike4Delivery. You might conduct remote product demos for potential clients, prepare customized offers, and negotiate commercial terms. The role involves coordinating with Operations and Service teams for customer onboarding while keeping CRM data updated throughout the day.

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🎯 Who CYCLE Is Looking For

  • Has 3+ years of proven B2B sales experience in Germany with documented success in closing deals and managing full sales cycles
  • Possesses native-level German language skills, professional English proficiency, and ideally some Dutch language capability
  • Has experience in mobility, logistics, fleet management, or subscription-based business models (HoReCa or QSR experience is particularly valuable)
  • Is proficient with CRM systems (Odoo experience would be a significant advantage) and maintains meticulous pipeline management

📝 Tips for Applying to CYCLE

1

Quantify your B2B sales achievements in your resume with specific metrics (e.g., 'Increased pipeline by 40% in 6 months' or 'Closed 15+ enterprise deals annually')

2

Highlight any experience with sustainable solutions, electric vehicles, or last-mile delivery in your application materials

3

If you have Odoo CRM experience, explicitly mention it in both your resume and cover letter as this is a strong plus for CYCLE

4

Demonstrate your German language proficiency by submitting application materials in German and mentioning your comfort with professional German communication

5

Research Ebike4Delivery's specific offerings and mention how you would approach selling these solutions to logistics companies in your cover letter

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Explain how your B2B sales experience aligns with selling sustainable mobility solutions to businesses', 'Describe your approach to managing the full sales cycle from lead generation to customer onboarding', 'Highlight any specific experience in logistics, fleet management, or the German mobility sector', "Express genuine enthusiasm for CYCLE's mission of accelerating sustainable last-mile deliveries"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Study CYCLE's Ebike4Delivery service specifically - understand their different e-bike models and how they serve last-mile delivery needs
  • → Research the German last-mile delivery market, including key players, regulations, and sustainability initiatives
  • → Learn about Odoo CRM if you're not familiar with it, as this is mentioned as a strong plus
  • → Investigate CYCLE's current clients and partnerships to understand their market position

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk us through your process for identifying and approaching new B2B customers in the German market
2 How would you explain the value proposition of Ebike4Delivery to a traditional logistics company using diesel vehicles?
3 Describe a complex B2B deal you closed from initial contact to signature, including how you handled negotiations
4 How do you maintain accurate CRM data while managing an active sales pipeline?
5 What strategies would you use to stay informed about competitors and market trends in sustainable logistics?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting generic sales experience without quantifying achievements or tailoring to B2B sustainable solutions
  • Applying with materials only in English when the role requires strong professional German skills
  • Failing to demonstrate understanding of the full sales cycle or how you manage CRM systems in your application

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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