Telesales Manager - French Speaking

Job DescriptionAre you ready to take the lead in driving new business growth within our B2B Telesales operations in Lisbon? As our new Telesales Manager - French Speaker (m/f/d), you will own the Hunting strategy, leading a high-performing team focused on developing and expanding corporate client relationships with prospective customers. At the heart of our business, Telesales specializes in turnovers of up to €50,000, and our Lisbon team has grown from 1 to 13 FTEs in less than 2 years. The journey is just getting started. Join us and be a key architect of SIXT's next growth chapter. YOUR ROLE AT SIXT You own and drive new business acquisition by leading the Hunting team (3–5 agents) in Lisbon, with a laser focus on identifying, engaging, and converting prospective corporate clientsYou shape the future of our Hunting strategy, defining best practices, outreach frameworks, and pipeline management approaches to fuel sustainable growthYou monitor and analyse Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for each team member, with a strong emphasis on prospecting activity, conversion rates, and new client onboardingYou provide hands-on coaching, guidance, and motivation to build a structured, high-performing acquisition team, with excellence in telephone sales techniques at its coreYou stay ahead of market trends and competitor activity to sharpen SIXT's positioning and identify new acquisition opportunitiesYou efficiently leverage sales tools such as Genesys, Salesforce (SFDC) and AWS to maximize team productivity and pipeline visibilityYou report directly to the SME International Director, contributing to broader strategic decisions and team expansion plans as the organization continues to scale rapidlyYOUR SKILLS MATTER B2B Telesales Expertise You bring a proven track record in B2B Telesales, with demonstrated success in new business development and outbound acquisition over several yearsLeadership Experience You have 5+ years of strong leadership experience, with the ability to recruit, inspire, and develop high-performing sales agents in a fast-paced, high-growth environmentHunter's Mindset You are results-oriented, proactive, and energized by targets, challenges, and the thrill of opening new accountsCommunication Skills You possess excellent communication and stakeholder skills, enabling effective engagement across teams and levels, including senior leadershipAdaptability You are comfortable with ambiguity and rapid change, thriving when the organization is scaling and the playbook is still being writtenTechnical Proficiency You are proficient in CRM systems and telephone sales tools; experience with Salesforce is a strong advantageLanguages You are fluent in French and English; additional language skills are a plus and highly valuedTech-Curious Mindset You have an interest in AI tools and emerging sales technologies, reflecting a forward-thinking approach as we continue to innovate our sales operationsWHAT WE OFFER The SIXT Lisbon Experience Two of Lisbon's most exciting hubs — Factory Lisboa in Beato and ARTs Lisboa in Parque das Nações — are where you'll find your new home base. Expect a fast-paced, international atmosphere where ideas flow freely, people genuinely look out for each other, and no two days feel quite the same Community & International Environment Join a truly global workplace with colleagues from many nationalities. Regular team events, community activities, and inspiring talks with internal and external speakers make our Lisbon hubs more than just an office Flexibility & Modern Work Setup Benefit from a hybrid working model with two office days per week and flexible working hours. Our modern offices are designed for collaboration while allowing you the flexibility to work in the way that suits you best AI at your fingertips From day one, you'll have access to Claude by Anthropic and SIXTgpt, SIXT's own AI platform, to supercharge your work. We invest in every team member's AI journey: encouraging experimentation, building knowledge, and making sure you're ahead of the curve Time Off & Wellbeing Enjoy 28 vacation days per year, an additional day off on your birthday, one volunteer day annually, and private health insurance that also covers your spouse and children free of charge Everyday Benefits Receive a yearly Coverflex allowance and a daily meal allowance to make life a little easier every day Employee Perks Get exclusive rates on all SIXT services, with special discounts extended to your family and friends. Because great perks are even better when you can share them