International Sales Trainee

Company Description

In 2010, ProMedia started as a small start-up. Since then, we have evolved into a dynamic multimedia company headquartered in the vibrant heart of Rotterdam (Delftse Poort), with an additional office in Belgium (Antwerp) and many international colleagues. With our 25 trade publications, conferences, trade fairs, and live broadcasts from our studios, we keep over a million professionals informed each month about the latest developments in their fields.

At ProMedia, we believe in growth and development. Ambitious aspiring sales talents or those looking to start their careers in sales can join our trainee program. 

Job Description

What does the traineeship look like?
The traineeship is designed to (further) develop your skills as an emerging sales professional. We guide you step by step and teach you what it means to be an Account Manager—and potentially a future Sales Manager. The program combines working within the sales teams with biweekly trainee days. Additionally, you’ll receive your own coach and personalized (achievable) targets. Together, we will teach you what it takes to succeed as an Account Manager in the media sector. The sales skills you acquire will immediately benefit your career.

The traineeship lasts six months, during which you will receive a salary. If you perform well during the program, you may secure a position within one of ProMedia’s teams. Over the past two years, ProMedia has successfully trained multiple trainees.

We are looking for an international Sales Trainee for our Rail and infra divisions. A fluent command of the English language, both written and spoken, and living in the Netherlands is an essential requirement for this traineeship. Also being fluent in Dutch is a pre. 

Qualifications

Who are you?

• You have a completed bachelor’s degree;
• You are fluent in English (spoken and written);
• You are confident in Dutch; proficiency in an additional foreign language is a plus;
• You live in the Netherlands;
• You are articulate, a good listener, and open to feedback;
• You are eager to seize this opportunity and make the most of it;
• Picking up the phone and making calls is something you enjoy;
• You are passionate, ambitious, and driven;
• Sales experience is not required, but 2–5 years of professional experience is a plus;
• You have an interest in transport, mobility, and logistics;
• You are a team player;
• You are open to exploring different forms of journalism.

What will you learn?

• Pitching: Learn to communicate clearly, effectively, and enthusiastically;
• Focus on benefits: Understand what you’re really selling and translate features into benefits;
• Non-verbal and para-verbal communication: Master the use of body language and tone of voice to deliver a consistent message;
• Negotiation: Develop the skills of a strong negotiator, learning tips and tricks along the way;
• Sales calls: Conduct effective and successful sales conversations over the phone;
• Closing deals: Learn how to seal the deal!
• Email sales: Make the most of email communication in the business world;
• Handling objections: Turn objections into opportunities to close a deal;
• Improvisation: Become adaptable and learn how to think on your feet in any situation.

Additional Information

Want to know more?
Excited to join? Become part of our sales team of 25 professionals, and who knows—you might be one of ProMedia Group’s top three sales performers in just a few years.

If you have any questions about ProMedia or this vacancy, please contact our HR team at hrsupport@promedia.nl or +31 6 28509434.