French Sales Development Representative (Inbound)

Deliveroo

Deliveroo

Sales & Business Development
Manchester, UK
Posted on Oct 10, 2024

Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? Join our ambitious and growing team as a French-speaking Sales Development Representative (SDR) in the heart of Manchester City Centre.

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with decision-makers in the restaurant industry, helping them join the Deliveroo platform and develop their business. If you’re excited about mastering the ins and outs of the food business model, this is the perfect role for you. No previous sales experience is required – just bring your enthusiasm, people skills, and a passion for learning !

What's in it for you?

  • Base salary of £24,700, with uncapped monthly commissions for hitting targets.
  • Be part of a thriving international business and work closely with French-speaking clients
  • A supportive, high-energy team that values your growth and success.
  • Hybrid work option after completing probation, offering flexibility.

What will you do?

  • Handle inbound inquiries from French-speaking leads and convert them into loyal/ performing Deliveroo partners.
  • Acquire new business primarily by phone and email, spending several hours each day connecting with prospects.
  • Build strong relationships with restaurant owners and managers, understanding their needs, and advising them on how Deliveroo can help their business grow.
  • Develop food business model knowledge, becoming an expert in the sector and using this to guide your conversations with potential partners.
  • Manage your sales pipeline, stay organised, and build daily action plans to meet monthly targets.
  • Collaborate closely with ‘Activation Teams’ to ensure smooth onboarding for new partners, from contracts to photoshoots to tablet setups.
  • Take care of administrative tasks, including handling contracts and customer documentation with precision and attention to detail.

What do we expect from you?

  • Fluency in French (spoken and written) – you’ll be working directly with the French market.
  • Strong communication skills and confidence in spending several hours on the phone each day engaging with prospects.
  • Organisational skills – you’ll need to stay on top of leads, manage your Pipeline & time effectively, and ensure all paperwork is completed accurately.
  • A customer-first mindset – you’ll be the face (and the voice) of Deliveroo, so it’s crucial to build trust and demonstrate our commitment to helping restaurant owners succeed.
  • A drive to achieve sales targets and contribute to a high-performing team.

If you're looking for a role that combines customer engagement, sales, and an opportunity to dive deep into the food business, apply today and start making an impact with Deliveroo!

Requirements

  • Fluent in French & English
  • Commitment to succeed in a sales environment with a high earning potential
  • The confidence to make regular cold calls
  • Ability to work individually and as part of a team
  • An eagerness to develop professionally - at Deliveroo we want you to succeed and offers professional development
  • Passionate about our customers and being the definitive food partner of choice

Employee Perks

  • Access to Deliveroo Plus (offering unlimited free delivery)
  • Discounted Gym membership
  • Buzz Days & Incentives
  • Tonnes of free food
  • Quarterly sales off-sites and training days

Life at Deliveroo

The culture at Deliveroo is crucial to the success of the business, Manchester is home to Deliveroo's UKI & EU SMB Team and hosts the only SMB SDR team in the UK! The office is an open plan and modern workspace, making it a great environment to learn and enjoy working. You will be surrounded by a friendly, supportive, and rigorous work culture and are exposed to the decision-making process with management and like-minded individuals. Trust is the ultimate foundation of Deliveroo. Employees are trusted with accountability and are given opportunities to share ideas and collaborate. Individual freedom is an important success factor at Deliveroo, providing a safe space for creativity and new ideas. We promote this positive culture with a focus on health and well-being of employees where everyone can be their authentic self.

Benefits and Diversity

At Deliveroo we know that people are the heart of the business and we prioritise their welfare. We offer a range of great benefits in areas including health, family, finance, community, convenience, growth, time away and relocation.

We believe a great workplace is one that represents the world we live in and how beautifully diverse it can be. That means we have no judgement when it comes to any one of the things that make you who you are - your gender, race, sexuality, religion or a secret aversion to coriander. All you need is a passion for (most) food and a desire to be part of one of the fastest growing startups in an exciting space.

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