Application Guide

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at RX-WATERTEC GmbH

๐Ÿข About RX-WATERTEC GmbH

RX-WATERTEC GmbH is at the forefront of sustainable urban water management, transforming cities into climate-resilient environments. Their innovative solutions address critical infrastructure challenges, making a tangible impact on climate adaptation. Working here means contributing to meaningful environmental change while being part of a dynamic, remote-first team.

About This Role

This role focuses on active new customer acquisition in the B2B sector, targeting decision-makers in municipalities and urban development. You'll own the entire sales cycle from cold calling to closing, positioning complex, explainable products that require deep understanding. Your success directly drives the company's growth and helps cities become more sustainable.

๐Ÿ’ก A Day in the Life

Your day starts with reviewing your CRM pipeline and prioritizing outreach. You'll spend several hours on cold calls and emails to municipal decision-makers, followed by virtual product demos. Afternoons involve follow-ups, contract negotiations, and coordinating with the product team on custom proposals. You'll end the day updating your sales activities and planning tomorrow's targets.

๐ŸŽฏ Who RX-WATERTEC GmbH Is Looking For

  • 1-3 years of B2B sales experience with complex products like SaaS, infrastructure, or technical solutions
  • Proven track record of independently closing deals, from initial contact to signature
  • Thrives on proactive outreach, including cold calling and networking, to engage decision-makers
  • Highly organized, with strong CRM skills and ability to manage a structured sales pipeline

๐Ÿ“ Tips for Applying to RX-WATERTEC GmbH

1

Highlight any experience with 'erklรคrungsbedรผrftige Produkte' (products needing explanation) in your resume and cover letter, specifically mentioning SaaS or technical solutions.

2

Quantify your closing success: include metrics like number of deals closed, revenue generated, or conversion rates from cold outreach.

3

Demonstrate familiarity with CRM systems by mentioning specific tools (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) and how you used them to manage your pipeline.

4

Tailor your cover letter to show passion for sustainability and urban water management; connect your sales skills to the company's mission.

5

Since the role is remote, emphasize your self-discipline, time management, and experience working independently in a remote setting.

โœ‰๏ธ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience with active new customer acquisition and cold calling in B2B', 'Your ability to independently manage the full sales cycle and close deals', "Your comfort with complex, technical products and how you've explained them to clients", 'Your motivation to contribute to sustainable urban development and climate resilience']

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๐Ÿ” Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • โ†’ Understand the specific products RX-WATERTEC offers (e.g., smart water systems, green infrastructure) and how they contribute to climate resilience.
  • โ†’ Research current urban water management trends in Germany (e.g., sponge city concepts, digital water solutions) to speak knowledgeably.
  • โ†’ Look into the company's client base: municipalities, urban planners, or real estate developers. Identify typical decision-makers.
  • โ†’ Review any case studies or success stories on their website to understand the impact of their solutions.

๐Ÿ’ฌ Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you successfully acquired a new client through cold calling. What was your approach?
2 How do you handle objections when selling a complex product that requires explanation?
3 Walk me through your sales process from lead generation to closing. How do you use CRM to stay organized?
4 What do you know about urban water management challenges, and how do you see our products addressing them?
5 How do you prioritize prospects and manage your time when working remotely?
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โš ๏ธ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't focus only on relationship selling without demonstrating ability to close; this role emphasizes results.
  • Avoid generic statements about sustainability without connecting them to the specific products and sales process.
  • Don't neglect to mention your comfort with cold calling; many candidates shy away, but it's central here.

๐Ÿ“… 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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Offer

Congratulations!

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Good luck with your application to RX-WATERTEC GmbH!