Business Development Manager, German Market

Disclaimer:Please be advised that the most accurate and up-to-date information about our open roles—including job descriptions, compensation, and benefits—can only be guaranteed on our official job board. For the latest listings and details, please visit: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/ninjatrader. JOIN US ON OUR MISSION TO BECOME THE #1 RETAIL TRADING PLATFORM IN THE WORLD Welcome to the dynamic world of NinjaTrader! As an industry-leading trading platform and futures broker, we're empowering traders to take control of their financial destiny. How do we do it? We provide cutting-edge products and services that enhance the trading journey. Whether a seasoned pro or just starting out, NinjaTrader equips traders with award-winning software and brokerage services to navigate the world's leading financial markets with confidence. Our growth story is nothing short of exhilarating. Since 2003, NinjaTrader has been dedicated to understanding and supporting traders on their journey toward trading triumph. Through those efforts, our user base has grown to over 2 million users and we have become the number one rated futures brokerage worldwide. But we're not stopping there. We're constantly evolving, pushing boundaries, and modernizing the futures industry. Our commitment to innovation means users will always have access to dynamic tools, real-time support, and a community of like-minded traders. So, why work at NinjaTrader? Here, you're not just part of a team; you're part of a movement. We empower employees to reach new heights in their careers by providing a dynamic culture focused on social connection, professional development, and employee recognition initiatives. Sounds too good to be true? Take it from our employees. Join us as we redefine what's possible in trading, advocate for our customers, and continue our journey toward becoming the world's top retail-focused trading platform in the world. What you'll do: NinjaTrader is seeking a motivated and results-oriented Business Development Manager to grow and expand our Vendor Program in the German market. Reporting to the Manager of Business Development, you will play a key role in onboarding and cultivating partnerships with vendors, enhancing their visibility within the NinjaTrader Ecosystem, and driving platform adoption. By driving new vendors to join the Ecosystem, you will directly support the expansion of new users on the NinjaTrader platform and contribute to the continued growth of our global trading community. This position is ideal for someone with a strong sales background, excellent German language skills, and knowledge of the trading or commodity futures industry. In this role you will: Identify and pursue inbound sales opportunities while actively conducting outbound prospecting efforts to attract high-quality vendors to the NinjaTrader Ecosystem, ultimately supporting the expansion of new users on the NinjaTrader platform Guide new vendors through our comprehensive onboarding process, including compliance checks, quality assurance testing, and facilitating a seamless handoff to Vendor Support post-approval Build and maintain strong, long-term partnerships with vendors to support mutual growth and foster increased platform adoption Provide ongoing communication and proactive support to progress new vendors through the onboarding process and to ensure the satisfaction of existing vendors Collaborate with the Vendor Relations team to coordinate webinar events, sponsored advertising, and other promotional opportunities for vendors Participate in weekly Vendor Support Team meetings and provide updates on vendor progress and compliance matters Leverage Claude AI alongside Salesforce and Confluence to manage daily tasks, automate reporting, surface insights on vendor activity, and track progress with greater speed and accuracy What you'll need: Fluency in German with strong verbal and written communication skills essential for success in this role In-depth familiarity with the German market and an understanding of industry trends Minimum of two years of experience in business development, sales, or a related field Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with a proactive, results-oriented hunter mentality Familiarity with the NinjaTrader platform preferred and experience with Salesforce advantageous Knowledge of the commodity futures industry or trading highly preferred Proven capability to work effectively with multiple teams including Compliance, Marketing, Sales Support, Product Management, and the Executive team Strong project management capabilities with excellent time management and organizational skills A polished and professional demeanor when interacting with vendors and industry partners A self-starter mindset with a strong sense of urgency and drive to grow the NinjaTrader Ecosystem Compensation: The salary range for this role will be $44,000.00 - $76,000.00 USD. In addition, this position will also receive an annual target bonus of 4%. Bonus pay at NinjaTrader is based on individual performance (50%) as well as company/team performance (50%). Salary and bonus earnings are only two components of the total compensation package offered by NinjaTrader. NinjaTrader offers a 401K plan through ADP under which the company will match up to 3.5% of employee contributions. Annual paid time off allowance accrues at a rate of 18 days per year (some positions may qualify for more) plus seven paid holidays. Location: This role is based in Chicago, IL. We are not open to remote candidates for this role Hybrid: For Chicago-based employees, we follow a hybrid work schedule: In-office Tuesday through Thursday, with remote work on Mondays and Fridays. In addition to these weekly remote days, we offer: 20 additional flex remote days annually 5 Company Wide Office-Optional weeks tied to major holidays Our Core Benefits Include: Generous PTO 7 Paid Holidays Annually + 5 Conditional Holidays Annually 1 Service Day Annually 401k with 3.5% Company Match Paid Parental Bonding Leave Health, Vision, Dental Coverage Life and Disability Insurance Covered 100% by NinjaTrader We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.