Field Account Executive - Hospitality (Berlin m/w/d)

    Lightspeedhq

    🇩🇪 Berlin
    SaaS
    Base + Commission
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    Posted 6 days ago
    Work Type

    On-site

    Vertical

    SaaS

    Source

    arbeitnow

    Language

    🇩🇪 German

    About this role

    Up to €86k OTE | Uncapped Commission | Territory OwnershipThe Opportunity Do you want the freedom to work completely independently, but with the backing of a global tech leader?We are looking for a Field Account Executive to conquer the Berlin hospitality market. In this role, you aren’t just an employee; you are the owner of your specific territory.

    You will have full freedom to plan your day, build your own network, and manage your sales pipe.We don't care about micromanagement; we care about results. You will be measured on your success, with a transparent promotion path based purely on revenue milestones. *Note that this role is based in Berlin, Germany*Your Journey with UsMonth 1 (Onboarding): We invest in you.

    You will undergo a comprehensive 1-month onboarding program to master the product, the market, and our sales methodology.Month 2 & Beyond: You get your territory in Berlin. It’s yours to map, hunt, and harvest.

    What You Will DoActive Field Presence: You will be present in the Berlin market daily. Your primary approach is face-to-face interaction—visiting restaurants, cafes, and bars to introduce them to Lightspeed personally.Full Cycle Ownership: You control the process from the very first handshake to the signed contract.

    You are responsible for self-sourcing, prospecting, demoing, and closing.Consultative Selling: You aren't just selling software; you are helping restaurateurs build better businesses. You will listen to their needs and build custom solutions.Build Your Network: You will become a known face in your local hospitality scene, building long-term relationships and a referral network.

    Who You AreA Hunter: You love the thrill of the chase. You are self-motivated and don't need someone looking over your shoulder to get work done.German Native/Fluent: You have excellent communication skills in German (essential for building trust with local owners) and are comfortable in English.Resilient & Charismatic: You have strong presentation ski

    Commission Structure

    Base Salary

    Not disclosed — ask in interview

    Commission

    Uncapped

    Ramp Period

    Not mentioned — clarify timeline

    Selling Motion

    Prospecting

    Outbound-Heavy

    Self-sourced pipeline via cold outreach

    Buyer Persona

    C-Suite

    Selling to executive decision-makers

    Requirements at a Glance

    Bachelor's Degree·Required
    Master's/MBA·Required
    Prospecting·Required skill
    Consultative Selling·Required skill

    Typical Day — Account Executive

    Demos & presentations4–6/week
    Prospecting calls20–30/day
    Proposal writing2–3/week
    Pipeline review2×/week

    Estimates based on role type and selling motion — actual may vary by company.

    Role Signals

    Green Flags

    ✓
    Uncapped Commission

    No ceiling on earnings

    ✓
    Clear Promotion Path

    Advancement criteria defined

    SaaS — Interview Intel

    Typical Sales Cycle

    30–90 days (SMB) · 3–9 months (Mid-Market) · 6–18 months (Enterprise)

    Common Buyer Objections

    • "We're locked into a contract with [competitor]"
    • "We built something in-house already"
    • "We don't have budget until next quarter"
    • "Our team won't adopt another tool"

    Key Industry Metrics

    ARR / MRRNet Revenue Retention (NRR)CAC Payback PeriodLogo Churn vs Revenue ChurnACV (Avg Contract Value)Magic Number

    Hot Topics to Reference

    • • AI-native product disruption
    • • PLG vs sales-led motion debate
    • • Vertical SaaS consolidation
    • • Usage-based pricing models

    Use these insights to speak the buyer's language in interviews.

    Tags

    Sales
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    Walk me through your discovery process.

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    How do you handle a prospect who goes silent mid-deal?

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    Tell me about your largest closed deal and the sales cycle.

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    How do you build business cases for stakeholders?

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    Describe a deal you lost and what you learned.

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    Research Lightspeedhq's product, recent news, and key competitors
    Prepare metrics: quota attainment %, average deal size, win rate
    Practice a 2-minute product demo pitch for a mock discovery call
    Research typical OTE splits for this role level and negotiate accordingly
    Review the job description and map your experience to each requirement
    Role Insights

    This Account Executive position at Lightspeedhq involves managing the full sales cycle from prospecting through close.

    SaaS sales roles typically involve consultative selling with longer deal cycles.

    The German market values structured sales processes and typically offers strong base salaries alongside performance incentives.

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