Account Executive, HERO Software
Netherlands Market
Operating system for SMEs
Open for applications
Operating system for SMEs
101-200 employees
Open for applications
101-200 employees
Company mission
To revolutionise the trades industry through digital innovation.
Role
Who you are
- You want to be part of HERO’s growth journey, close deals, and help onboard our very first Dutch customers
- Ready to take ownership of the Dutch market and turn demos into new customers
- You love running product demos, handling objections, and convincing SMB customers of a solution that truly makes their lives easier
- Language Expertise: Native-level Dutch plus strong English (C1+) for seamless communication across markets
- Proven Sales Experience: 2–4 years of successful experience in SaaS sales or similar digital environments
- Presentation Skills: Confident demo delivery and presentation abilities that convert prospects into customers
- Strategic Persistence: Structured approach to follow-ups with the drive to consistently move deals forward
- Location Flexibility: Berlin-based with willingness to travel to the Netherlands for trade fairs and customer meetings
- Bonus Qualifications: Knowledge of Dutch trades/craftsman sector, German language skills, fast-cycle SMB sales experience, or proficiency with LinkedIn Sales Navigator
- Resilient: You view challenges as opportunities and maintain momentum through the sales cycle
- Energetic: You bring genuine enthusiasm and positive energy to every customer interaction
- Relationship-Focused: Natural communicator who builds trust, understands customer needs, and closes with confidence
What the job involves
- We’re looking for an energetic Account Executive to join our international team in Berlin
- Pipeline Development: You'll collaborate with our SDRs and marketing team to qualify high-quality inbound and outbound leads with consistent, strategic follow-up
- Demo Excellence: Deliver tailored online demos that directly address customer pain points and clearly demonstrate HERO's value proposition
- Deal Closure: Guide prospects through the entire sales cycle from initial demo to signed contract and ensure smooth handovers to our Customer Success team
- Market Expansion: Play a key role in establishing HERO as the leading solution in the Netherlands market
- Cross-Functional Support: Contribute to translations, marketing campaigns, and trade fairs as we build our Dutch market presence together
- Relationship Management: Build strong, trust-based relationships with Dutch craftspeople who become long-term partners
Application process
- Send us your compelling application including salary expectations via the application button
Our take
HERO Software offers a SaaS platform designed for trade SMEs in the DACH region, serving as an operating system for various trades. It streamlines all core workflows, providing a seamless digital experience accessible on multiple devices, that serves both office staff and field workers.
Essentially, by digitising and integrating all aspects of business processes, the platform helps users manage projects more effectively and improve overall productivity. The platform has over 20,000 users, which is a strong sign that trade businesses see the value in its capabilities.
Substantial funding will enable HERO to expand its team, enter new markets and further develop its SaaS offering. The funding will also support efforts to streamline financial transactions and integrate third-party tools, enhancing the platform's value and driving future growth.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Jul 2024
$46.5m
SERIES B
Jun 2022
$9.3m
EARLY VC
Total funding: $57.4m
Company benefits
- Mobile working, independent of time and location
- Company-wide offsites and individual workations (up to 6 months per year from outside the EU)
- Flexibility - whether you're an early riser or a late sleeper, you can freely organize your working day
- Company health insurance
- Company bike leasing
- Monthly massages, and a wide range of sports opportunities with Hansefit
- Mental health offers through our partner Bloom
- Numerous company and team events throughout the year (one highlight is our legendary summer party)
- Fixed annual budget for further training (for special courses, seminars, webinars or similar)
- Also, we ensure that the necessary time is available to achieve your career goals
Company HQ
Ricklingen, Hanover, Germany
Leadership
Michael Kessler
(CEO)Previously founded Engrieheld.
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