Business Development Manager | French C1+

As a Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for further expanding the French-speaking market, including France, French-speaking Canada, and overseas French territories. This is a highly independent role in which you will have the opportunity to build and develop your own market from the ground up.You will manage the entire sales cycle: from identifying opportunities and approaching prospects to closing new partnerships. Because the business unit is still growing rapidly, not all processes are fully established yet. This makes the role ideal for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic scale-up environment and likes contributing ideas and helping shape future processes.Your responsibilities include:- Identifying and developing new business opportunities within the French-speaking market - Conducting market research to identify potential customers, partners, and market trends - Proactively generating leads and approaching prospects through cold calling, email campaigns, LinkedIn, and other outbound activities - Building and maintaining strong relationships with prospective business partners - Managing the complete sales cycle, from first contact through to signed partnership agreements - Advising prospects on connectivity and telecom solutions - Preparing and presenting commercial proposals and quotations - Scheduling and conducting virtual and/or face-to-face customer meetings - Representing the company at trade fairs, exhibitions, and networking events (approx. 5-10x a year) - Collaborating closely with colleagues from sales, account management, and partner management to ensure successful onboarding and customer satisfaction Requirements- Minimum of 2 years of experience in Business Development, Sales, or a similar B2B commercial role (3–5 years preferred) - Fluent French and English skills, both written and spoken. C2+ level French is preferred but not required, provided you can professionally present and explain solutions to customers. Dutch is a