Business Development Representative (Dutch Speaking) at Too Good To Go

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Food and Beverage, Sustainability, FoodTechIndustries

Requirements

Native or fluent Dutch speaker
Passion for addressing food waste and building new connections
Strong empathy and ability to build bridges quickly with potential partners (e.g., cafes, bakeries)
Fearless and enthusiastic about cold calling and picking up the phone
Excellent listener who asks the right questions to uncover entrepreneur needs
Proactive in researching and calling new leads, with high perseverance even after rejections
Self-managing: owns agenda, plans well, sets priorities, and communicates openly with manager
Team player who embodies "we win together," resourceful, and seeks new opportunities
Ideally, experience in cold acquisition and cold calling
First-class communication skills: listening, presenting ideas, pitching, and persuading
Strong drive, perseverance, energy, motivation, and resilience to achieve results
Flexible and thrives in a fast-changing environment

Responsibilities

Make first contacts with food business owners (cafes, bakeries, etc.) primarily by phone, occasionally by email
Introduce Too Good To Go and demonstrate how easy the app is for offering surplus food
Persuade entrepreneurs to join the platform to combat their food waste
Handle cold outbound calling for acquisition
Prioritize and act on warm leads quickly
Manage full-process administration
Research and proactively call new leads
Maintain high energy and persistence throughout the day, even after multiple rejections
Plan and manage own schedule while communicating with manager as needed

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Business DevelopmentSalesCold CallingTelephone SalesDutchCustomer AcquisitionEmail Outreach

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Business Development Representative role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this Business Development Representative position remote or office-based?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills are required for the Dutch-speaking Business Development Representative?

Key skills include being a bridge-builder with strong empathy to connect with partners, confidence in cold calling, excellent listening to identify needs, proactivity in researching and pursuing leads, and good planning to manage your own agenda and priorities.

What is the company culture like at Too Good To Go?

Too Good To Go has a mission-driven culture focused on fighting food waste, with a proud B-corp certification, a team of over 70 'Food Heroes' in the Netherlands, and recognition as the most inspiring organization in the country for five years running.

What makes a strong candidate for this Business Development Representative role?

Strong candidates have a passion for tackling food waste, excel at building connections through cold calling and emails, demonstrate persistence and proactivity with leads, and can independently manage their schedule while handling administration.

Too Good To Go

Mobile app for purchasing surplus food

About Too Good To Go

Too Good To Go focuses on reducing food waste by connecting consumers with local stores and restaurants through a mobile app. The app allows users to purchase surplus food at discounted prices, making it an affordable option for meals while helping businesses minimize waste and generate revenue from unsold inventory. The company operates on a commission-based model, earning a fee for each transaction made through its platform. This not only benefits consumers and businesses economically but also has a positive environmental impact by reducing food waste. With a global presence, Too Good To Go serves a diverse clientele across Europe and North America, enhancing visibility for participating businesses and attracting new customers.

Copenhagen, DenmarkHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$73.2MTotal Funding

CONVERTIBLECompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, Consumer SoftwareIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Business Development Representative (Dutch Speaking) at Too Good To Go

Requirements

Responsibilities

Skills

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Too Good To Go

About Too Good To Go

Benefits

Health Insurance

Hybrid Work Options

Paid Vacation

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Risks

Increased competition from startups like SIRPLUS entering the market.

Economic pressures may lead consumers to prioritize cheaper alternatives.

Potential burnout in the startup environment could impact productivity.

Differentiation

Too Good To Go partners with major retailers like Whole Foods Market.

The app offers a unique commission-based model benefiting both consumers and businesses.

It leverages AI to optimize food management and reduce waste.

Upsides

Collaborations with Whole Foods expand its reach in the U.S. market.

AI solutions enhance operational efficiency and profitability.

Growing consumer interest in sustainability boosts demand for its services.