Global Key Account Management Intern - (German Speaker)

Emma Sleep
Frankfurt, Germany
HybridCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Geared toward candidates with a background in sales or key account management and fluent in German, comfortable with coordinating cross-functional teams and managing client relationships.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with a degree in Business Administration or Marketing and prior experience in sales or key account management.
    — “You have completed or you are soon completing your Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related fields.”
  • Individuals who thrive in cross-functional collaboration and can manage relationships with European retailers.
    — “You will work hand in hand with a Key Account Manager to develop the business and relationships with biggest European retailers.”
  • Candidates who are fluent in German and can communicate effectively in English.
    — “You are fluent in English and German have good communication skills.”

Things to consider

  • Start date is fixed for January 2027, requiring immediate availability.
    — “You are available to start on 1st of January 2027”
  • The role demands a high level of autonomy and decision-making from day one.
    — “Responsibility and decision-making authority from day one”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in coordinating sales and marketing activities across teams.
    — “You will be the coordinator for sales administration, work with marketing, operations and customer support teams.”
  • Demonstrate your ability to manage relationships and negotiate with clients.
    — “You will negotiate with clients, present our product portfolio, steer performance, bring and develop best practices.”
  • Emphasize your analytical skills and ability to work with figures.
    — “You are pragmatic, organized and rigorous in your work, with a strong analytical mind and an affinity for figures.”
  • Showcase your adaptability and eagerness to improve skills in dynamic environments.
    — “You are agile, change stimulates you, you like to be independent and are always looking to improve your skills.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • successful business development
  • strong customer relationships
  • effective sales strategies
Typical background
saleskey account managementbusiness administration

Skills & requirements

Required

SalesKey Account ManagementNegotiationCustomer Relationship Management

Preferred

Sales AdministrationMarketing CoordinationCustomer Support

Stack & domain

SalesKey Account ManagementTeam PlayerInterpersonal SkillsAnalytical MindCommunication

About the role

Original posting from Emma Sleep via Lever

Ready to lead, disrupt and reinvent the sleep industry?

We are Emma – The Sleep Company. Founded in 2015, we have grown into the world’s largest direct-to-consumer (D2C) sleep brand, with a presence in over 20 markets and more than 35 Emma stores across Europe. 

Our mission is simple: to develop sleep comfort products that empower our customers to awaken their best every day. Today, our products are trusted by millions and recommended by leading consumer associations worldwide. 

It’s our people who bring this mission to life. At Emma, you’ll join a driven, international team that values ownership, collaboration, and continuous knowledge sharing. With colleagues from over 70 nationalities, we combine diverse perspectives with a shared ambition to learn, grow, and create lasting impact, together. 

Ready to awaken your best with us? 

What you will do::

  • You will work hand in hand with a Key Account Manager to develop the business and relationships with biggest European retailers.
  • You will negotiate with clients, present our product portfolio, steer performance, bring and develop best practices.
  • You will be the coordinator for sales administration, work with marketing, operations and customer support teams.
  • You will be the link between global and local sales teams, negotiating the promotional calendar and ensuring smooth execution.
  • You will participate in building the knowledge base to structure the team and foster fast and sustainable growth.
  • You will be key for the team to provide clear reporting and deliverables, ensuring better decision-making and a more efficient relationships with our partners.

What we look for::

  • You are available to start on 1st of January 2027
  • You have completed or you are soon completing your Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related fields.
  • You've had previous experience in Sales or Key Account Management 
  • You're curious and dynamic, you're a team player and your interpersonal skills enable you to successfully manage your partners.
  • You are pragmatic, organized and rigorous in your work, with a strong analytical mind and an affinity for figures.
  • You have a good business sense and you're ready to work autonomously with a high level of responsibility.
  • You are agile, change stimulates you, you like to be independent and are always looking to improve your skills.
  • You have a good command of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; experience with Mirakl is a plus.
  • You are fluent in English and German have good communication skills

What we offer::

  • A combination of personal and company growth to accelerate your career and help you reach your goals
  • The chance to work on exciting and challenging projects either independently or as part of a dedicated, international team
  • Responsibility and decision-making authority from day one—you'll create an impact with new, innovative ideas and help shape our company DNA
  • Employee discount on Emma products for yourself, friends and family
  • Access to German classes

Become an Emmie

We are on a mission to become No.1 in the world of sleep, and we’re looking for driven, ambitious people to help us shape what’s next. If you’re curious, hands-on, and ready to challenge the status quo, you’ll find the space here to make things happen and create real impact.  

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building an inclusive workplace. We celebrate diversity and consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnic origin, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age. 

Our aim is to get back to you within a few days. Due to the high volume of applications, there may be slight delays, but we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

Source: Emma Sleep careers (Lever)

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