Technical Sales Representative - French Speaking (fresh grads)

Formlabs
Berlin, Germany
Career-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Aimed at fresh grads in STEM with French fluency who thrive in collaborative, solution-focused environments.

Best fit for

  • Fresh graduates with a STEM background and strong French communication skills
    — “Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a STEM-related field”
  • Candidates who enjoy solving customer challenges with technology
    — “Join the exciting 3D printing industry where the possibilities are endless, innovation is at the core of what we do, and we strive to solve unique customer challenges.”
  • Individuals who are comfortable with a team-driven, high-impact sales culture
    — “This team is solutions-focused and tech-savvy - they’re excited about working with prospective customers, developing unique solutions to real-world problems, and identifying and closing sales opportunities.”

Things to consider

  • On-site presence in Berlin is required, despite being a remote-friendly industry
    — “Join our team as a Technical Sales Representative on-site in Berlin!”
  • French fluency is mandatory, with English fluency also required
    — “C1 or better fluency in French AND English is required”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your technical curiosity and ability to translate it into customer solutions
    — “Naturally curious and passionate about a wide variety of topics, especially technology”
  • Emphasize experience with customer engagement and building relationships
    — “A relationship builder who is customer focused and results-oriented”
  • Showcase your adaptability and resilience through relevant experiences
    — “Have the ability to handle rejection, learn, and adapt”
  • Demonstrate your willingness to learn and grow with onboarding and product training
    — “Immediately benefit from state-of-the-art training sessions”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • closing sales opportunities
  • developing unique solutions to customer needs
Typical background
STEM-related field

Skills & requirements

Required

SalesCustomer Relationship ManagementTechnical Sales

Preferred

3D PrintingAdditive Manufacturing

Stack & domain

3D PrintingEngineering Problem-solvingSales CoachingCustomer FocusedResults-orientedTeam EnvironmentCommunicationEngineering

About the role

Original posting from Formlabs

Most engineers build. Some engineers shape what gets built.

At Formlabs, we’re building the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life, from cutting-edge products to life-saving medical devices. Our 3D printing technology powers innovation at more than 50,000 industry leaders worldwide, including Apple, Google, Tesla, New Balance, and NASA. Together, we’re helping everyone design, prototype, and manufacture faster than ever before.

We’re a team of hands-on builders, engineers, and innovators reinventing how the world makes physical things. If you’re ready to shape the future of fabrication, come build it with us.

Your Impact:

Formlabs is looking for highly motivated fresh grads to join us as we build an amazing sales team and bring groundbreaking professional 3D printers to every designer, engineer, factory floor and medical institution, throughout the world! Companies like Google, Tesla, Gillette, and New Balance rely on the products and services that Formlabs provides, and the list is always growing. Join the exciting 3D printing industry where the possibilities are endless, innovation is at the core of what we do, and we strive to solve unique customer challenges. 

For our next phase of growth, we are focused on building an exceptional go-to-market team, starting with our Direct Sales team. This team is solutions-focused and tech-savvy - they’re excited about working with prospective customers, developing unique solutions to real-world problems, and identifying and closing sales opportunities. If you enjoy interfacing with clients, understanding and solving their needs, and being the best at what you do, join our team as a Technical Sales Representative on-site in Berlin!

Watch this video to learn more about Formlabs and the 3D printing ecosystem we offer from our Chief Revenue Officer, Nick Graham.

Watch this video to learn more about Sydney Fenner's experience on the Technical Sales Team.

In this role you will:

Immediately benefit from state-of-the-art training sessions: Our comprehensive onboarding covers essential skills in 3D printing, engineering problem-solving, and specialized sales coaching, ensuring you're equipped for success from day one

Understand customer demand to effectively consult & sell cutting-edge additive manufacturing technology using a solution-oriented approach

Identify sales leads and follow up on inbound sales inquiries by phone and email

Ensure an amazing customer experience while assessing up-sell and cross-sell potential, with the goal of increasing product usage and satisfaction

Coordinate regular touch points with customers to better understand their needs and align results to sales growth

Represent Formlabs at trade shows and onsite customer events

Collaborate with key decision makers to identify opportunities and develop ideas that deliver sales results

Become a knowledgeable champion of Formlabs technology through hands-on training & experience with our products

About You:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a STEM-related field

Language requirements: C1 or better fluency in French AND English is required; additional European languages are a plus

Naturally curious and passionate about a wide variety of topics, especially technology

A relationship builder who is customer focused and results-oriented

Able to work independently but enjoy and thrive in a team environment

Able to effectively communicate with customers via phone, video & email

Have the ability to handle rejection, learn, and adapt

Our Perks:

Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs

Catered on-site lunches (3x per week), snacks, beverages, & treats

Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community

Monthly 59.85 EUR mobility subsidy (incl. BVG Firmenticket & Swapfiets)

Supplementary, opt-in German pension scheme

Wellness benefits including Urban Sports Club discount, and free mental health & well-being sessions with an external partner

Relocation support provided

And of course… unlimited 3D prints

We build amazing things. Come join us!

Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of 3D printing. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 

Compensation

We are all owners of Formlabs and direct beneficiaries of our success. We believe that equity is a critical component of compensation at Formlabs, and we want our newest team members to understand the potential value of their equity compensation. Full time employees receive equity, in the form of RSUs. Your financial investment will grow with us in accordance to your impact.

This role also has an On-Target Earnings (listed below) which includes a base salary and an uncapped performance-based monthly bonus. The base/bonus split will depend on what level you are hired into, and your level will be determined by your skills, qualifications, experience and expected impact on the organization.

The starting annual salary for this role is €62,000 OTE for candidates with no prior experience, and will be increased appropriately based on experience and potential impact in the role.

Source: Formlabs careers

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