Sales Trader (Franse markt)

OTC Flow continues its journey towards becoming the market leader in the environmental commodity sector. We are actively seeking for Sales Traders to join our expanding sales trading team based in Amsterdam.

About us

OTC Flow is a leading environmental commodity trading company with offices in Amsterdam and Paris. We provide trading liquidity in a broad range of financial-environmental instruments.

Our mission is to provide our global partners with access to renewable energy markets and to assist them in achieving their sustainability goals in an informed and intelligent way. Our network of partners is ever-growing and includes key players in the industrial, (semi)-governmental, and utility space.

About the role

In your role as a Sales Trader, your main focus is to build your own client portfolio and provide strategic trade solutions to support your clients in meeting their environmental compliance objectives. You will actively engage in outreach and prospecting through cold calling and client meetings. Working closely with experienced sales traders and being supported with a variety of training sessions, along with close engagement in your professional development, OTC Flow enables your growth in knowledge and skills to become successful in this field.

Main responsibilities

• Proactively build your client portfolio through direct prospecting via cold calling and networking;
• Communicate with clients through phone, online and face-to-face meetings to understand their business needs;
• Identify trade opportunities and support in executing them;
• Serve as the primary source of information for your contacts;
• Provide daily pricing and insights to market actors through messaging systems;
• Monitor markets and stay updated on financial news and developments;
• Stay informed about the products being traded and current on new products and procedures;
• Be responsible for achieving your own revenue (PnL) target;
• Promote OTC Flow's services to increase the company's market share.

About you

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Environmental Science, or a related field;
• Experience: 1-2+ years in B2B sales, business development, or client-facing roles, preferably within commodities, energy markets, or environmental sectors;
• Sales Acumen: Natural ability to sell, negotiate, and close deals, with a strong focus on building long-term client relationships;
• Proactive & Resilient: Self-driven and comfortable with cold calling and outreach to potential clients, with the ability to manage multiple opportunities in a fast-paced environment;
• Adaptability & Resilience: Ability to work under pressure and stay focused in a high-performance, ever-changing market;
• Native-level proficiency in French; excellent communication in English is required.

What we offer

• Competitive Remuneration: Attractive base salary with performance-based bonuses that reward achievement of sales and profit targets;
• Growth & Career Development: A meritocratic environment where you can grow your career, with opportunities for advancement as the business expands;
• Recognition & Incentives: Celebrate your successes with team awards, company events, and performance bonuses;
• Team Perks: Healthy lunches, snacks, and drinks provided by the in-house team;
• Covered commuting expenses, including transport reimbursements, bike plans, and free parking;
• Exciting team-building events, including sports activities, international trips, and social gatherings;
• Inclusive Culture: Join a motivated, young, and international team in the heart of Amsterdam, where innovation, collaboration, and results are valued;
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a full-time, 40-hour workweek with 25 days of vacation annually, ensuring a healthy balance between work and personal life.

What's next

If we have just described your profile, don't miss out on this opportunity.

The recruitment process is as follows:

1. Submit your application with your CV;
2. We will get to know you better through a pre-screening interview;
3. We will invite you for an interview with the hiring manager for this role.

Please note that sometimes there are slight changes to this process

We are convinced our differences make the difference and that an inclusive working environment will drive our growth as a business, as teams and as individuals. We will therefore consider all applicants for employment, hereby fostering an inclusive working culture that is accessible to all.