Partner Manager; CH & AT market

Position: Partner Manager (CH & AT market)
About Fairphone
Fairphone is more than just a company - we are a global leader in sustainable, modular electronics, on a mission to change the electronics industry from the inside out. Built on strong social and environmental values, we are a diverse and inclusive team from all walks of life creating market consumer electronics that make a real impact.

Details

Location:

Amsterdam

Hours:

40 hours per week

Start: ASAP but latest 01.08.2026

Contract duration:
The 1st 12-month employment contract with the possibility of extension to permanent

Final date to receive applications:
We review applications on a rolling basis. Please apply as soon as possible.

About Your Role
Fairphone’s sales strategy is to successfully sell its products to consumers, companies and organizations who are keen to support our movement towards a fairer electronics value chain. This not only means sales through Fairphone’s own webshop but also cooperating with like‑minded partners in the industry, such as operators, distributors, retailers/e‑tailers: this is what our Partners Sales team focuses on.

Key Responsibilities & Objectives
Drive Sales Growth & Strengthen Partner Relationships

Achieve or exceed sales targets within Switzerland and Austria, contributing to the overall revenue growth.

Build and nurture strong strategic partnerships with new & existing partners.

Enhance partner engagement by offering timely support, addressing challenges, and uncovering new growth opportunities together.

Effective Forecasting & Pipeline Management

Ensure accurate sales forecasting by consistently managing the sales pipeline and providing timely updates.

Track sales progress and adjust strategies to meet both short‑term and long‑term sales objectives.

Collaboration & Team Alignment

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including marketing, product, and customer support, to ensure smooth service delivery and a positive partner experience.

Actively participate in team meetings, sharing insights and feedback to improve team processes and performance.

Improve Market Intelligence

Stay updated and provide valuable market insights by tracking industry trends, competitors, and customer preferences, as well as industry best practices, product innovations, and sales techniques.

Gather insights from partners and customers to nurture your growth mindset and contribute to product development and marketing strategies.

Increase Brand Awareness and Representation

Represent Fairphone at industry events, conferences, and partner meetings to build brand awareness and establish a strong presence in the market.

Communicate Fairphone’s story and values with enthusiasm to attract potential partners and consumers.

Your Skills & Experience

You have a minimum of 5 years of experience in sales, preferably in the Telco/consumer electronics industry.

You have excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English.

Experience in partner/account management, preferably in the B2C segment of your territory.

Passion for sales and understanding of the smartphones or consumer electronics industry.

Experience in building and executing strategic growth plans.

Strong planning skills and ability to drive sales initiatives.

Experience building strategic partnerships with new and existing accounts.

Cross‑functional team collaboration experience.

Familiarity with Google Docs and Sheets for business communication and case development.

Experience selling to direct partners and via distributors.

Hands‑on, organized, and excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and preferably your territory.

What Fairphone can offer you?

The opportunity to create an impact on the electronics industry around the world.

A diverse work environment full of international, passionate, warm‑hearted team members.

25 paid holidays per year (based on a full‑time contract) next to the other public holidays in the Netherlands. You’ll also get a day off on your birthday! Additionally, the longer you stay, the more holidays you get!

Daily, healthy lunch, organic Fair Chain coffee, and many more tasty things.

You will join Fairphone’s collective pension scheme, and we will contribute to building your pension.

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