BDR (Alternance)

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About Us

At Nextlane , we don’t just develop software solutions – we create the future of the automotive industry.

We are a company that combines advanced technology with a clear vision: simplifying and digitizing every step of the automotive customer journey, empowering manufacturers and dealerships to thrive in a constantly evolving market.

We believe in the value of every team member, offering opportunities for you to develop and contribute to meaningful solutions.

So… What does it mean to be a #Nextlaner?

·  Be part of a growth-oriented culture .
·  Collaborate with colleagues from all over the world.
·  Believe in the Power of ideas and the diversity of thought .
·  Be committed to provide an environment where you can learn, grow, and collaborate on projects that make a global impact.

Our success is measured not just by results, but also by the growth and satisfaction of those who are part of our company.

At Nextlane, you’ll have the opportunity to innovate , push boundaries , and work on solutions that are transforming the automotive world.

·  Context of the Position:

Are you ready to kickstart your sales career and make a real impact? Nextlane is looking for a Business Development Representative (BDR) under a work-study contract (Alternance) to join our growing team in France.

This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sales and business development while learning from experienced professionals. You'll be on the front lines of our growth, helping us identify new opportunities, qualify leads, and build scalable sales processes.

Working closely with sales, marketing, and product teams, you’ll develop a 360° understanding of the business. You’ll use tools like Salesforce, hone your communication skills, and gain experience that naturally leads into more advanced sales roles.

This is a unique opportunity to grow within a supportive environment, contribute to building a strategic function, and become a key player in our go-to-market team.

Your Responsibilities:

The main objective of the Business Development Representative (BDR) is to generate and qualify leads for Account Managers or sales specialists who will go on to meet the needs identified.

You will be responsible of these main missions:

• Generate leads through cold calling and outreach campaigns.

•Conduct data enrichment and lead qualification to improve targeting.

• Control quality of information in our CRM (Salesforce)

• Help to create and develop the BDR business unit (processes, tools, methods)

•Create operations: identifying the target and the message in collaboration with the sales team and the marketing team.

• Track campaign performance by building and improving dashboards with Sales Ops, using CRM data to refine analysis and strategy.

•Analyze the conversion funnel and suggest areas for improvement to boost performance.

In some cases, they may even go as far as making a sale. Various means and tools are used to achieve this:

- Cold calls: A message and a target are defined, and calls are made, emails written, etc., in order to awaken a desire to find out more. When the exercise is successful, the result is an appointment in the diary of sales and the prospect.

- Backed up by marketing campaigns or webinars (inbound and outbound), the BDR contacts, qualifies the contact and works on the need in order to generate qualified appointments (either by video or in person).

Learning to build a relationship through effective communication, without a physical meeting, requires mastery of a number of techniques and teaches resilience. This ‘’know-how’’ is recognized and appreciated and gives you natural and privileged access to sales positions. You will learn how to use a fundamental tool in the Sales world, namely CRM. At Nextlane, we use the world's number 1 and most widely used CRM, Salesforce.

️‍♂️ What We're Looking For:

-Languages: Native in French and very fluent in English. Other European language is a bonus

-Communication: Active listening, confident speaking, empathy and strong writing skills.

-Technical Skills: Sales mindset. Experience with CRM. Excellent organization.

Soft Skills:

- Collaboration – Works smoothly with sales, marketing, and operations teams.

- Curiosity – Eager to learn about the product, market, and customer needs

- Analytical thinking – Able to understand data and suggest improvements

- Goal-oriented mindset – Focused on achieving targets and measuring result

Our Recruitment Process:

·  30-minute introductory meeting with our Talent Acquisition Specialist.
·  Interview with our Hiring Manager to learn more about the project, the role, and to assess your technical skills.

What We Offer:

We understand that flexibility and trust are essential for our teams. Here are some of the benefits we offer:

·  Remote Work: Up to 3 days a week!
·  Digital meal voucher: card (face value of 11 euros).
·  Premium offices and Locations.
·  100% reimbursement of your public transport subscriptions (up to €150/month).

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

At Nextlane, we are committed to creating a space where everyone feels valued and respected . We firmly believe that diversity in experiences and backgrounds strengthens our culture and drives innovation.

·  Support for people with disabilities. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know so we can provide the best possible experience.
·  Equal opportunities for all: We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Join Nextlane and become part of the technological revolution in the automotive industry.

Discover why we are a great place to develop your talent!