EU GTM | Barcelona, Spain
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About the teamSumUp's field sales engine is growing fast across Europe, and the SDR function is at the heart of that growth. Our Sales Development Representatives generate qualified pipelines for high-performing field reps across the UK, France, Germany, and Italy — and we're now building the leadership infrastructure to take this to the next level. This is a rare opportunity to build and lead a European SDR organisation from the ground up: setting the strategy, writing the playbook, and scaling a team that will directly shape how SumUp wins new business at scale. You'll report into senior European Sales leadership and work closely with the Outbound Growth Lead and RevOps to build something that's already proving its value — and needs the right leader to realise its full potential.
What you'll do- Build and lead the SDR function, scaling to 80+ team members based in Barcelona and Milan who operate with a European scope — supporting the UK, Italy, Germany, France, and new markets expansion
- Define and implement a standard operating playbook — covering commission plans, tooling, daily rituals, and performance rituals — so teams can perform consistently and at a high level
- Own day-to-day performance of the SDR function, tracking qualified appointments set and deals closed, and delivering regular updates to senior stakeholders
- Partner with RevOps, Outbound Growth Lead, and country Sales Heads to remove hiring bottlenecks, improve data and lead quality, and integrate AI-driven tools to improve SDR productivity
- Develop SDR talent into future sales roles, building a pipeline of outbound reps and account executives from within the team
- Proven experience leading an SDR or outbound sales function at scale, with direct people management of large teams across multiple markets
- A track record of building sales teams or SDR functions from scratch, including establishing processes, playbooks, and performance frameworks
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate data into clear decisions and communicate them with confidence
- Comfort operating in a fast-moving, evolving environment where structures are still being built and priorities can shift
- Ability to communicate with clarity and conviction across all levels — whether coaching a team, aligning with peers, or presenting to senior leadership
🌎 Opportunity to work with SumUppers globally on large-scale fintech products used by millions of businesses worldwide, from our Barcelona office. This involves an office-first setup
🌈 Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: be part of a workplace that values and promotes diversity, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone's perspectives are respected and embraced
🚀 Enrolment onto our Virtual Stock Option programme: you will own a stake in SumUp's future success
📚 A dedicated annual L&D budget of €2000 for your individual development, which can be used to attend conferences and/or advance your career through further education
🏖 Generous time off: enjoy 23 days of paid leave plus public holidays and special leave days
🥗 Subsidised restaurant tickets (Edenred) and office breakfast on Mondays
🌴 Break4me: 1-month sabbatical after 3 years of service
🔗 Referral Bonus: earn additional rewards by referring talented individuals to join the SumUp team
About SumUpBe empowered to do more that matters.
At SumUp, we're on a mission to empower small businesses across the globe by providing simple and affordable tools that allow them to thrive. Today, over 4 million businesses in 37 markets rely on SumUp as their financial partner to manage payments, finance and customer relationships.
Our commitment to small businesses is reflected in our diverse team of over 3,000 SumUppers from over 90 nationalities, united by global collaboration and an innovative mindset. Our core values lay the foundation for who we are and what we stand for, shaping our work culture and driving our success. We foster inclusivity and a continuous learning culture, providing a safe space for personal and professional growth. Our differences make us unique and strong as we strive to create an environment where everyone belongs and feels supported, no matter how they identify.
SumUp is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, actively seeking and embracing diversity in our workforce. We don't make hiring or employment decisions based on race, colour, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other basis protected by applicable laws or prohibited by company policy. Our commitment extends beyond recruitment to creating a safe and respectful workplace where harassment of any form is strictly prohibited. Discover more about our culture and opportunities on our careers website, and follow our journey on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok.
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We recognise that candidates feel they need to meet 100% of the job criteria in order to apply for a job. Please note that this is only a guide. If you don’t tick every box, it’s ok too because it means you have room to learn and develop your career at SumUp.
Skills Required
- Proven experience leading an SDR or outbound sales function at scale
- Experience managing large teams across multiple markets
- Track record of building sales teams or SDR functions from scratch
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
- Ability to communicate clearly at all levels
SumUp Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SumUp and has not been reviewed or approved by SumUp.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is positioned as a standout, including 22 vacation days that increase with tenure, public holidays, a quarterly Wellness Day, special leave, and a fully paid one‑month sabbatical after three years. This combination makes time-off benefits feel notably robust in the overall rewards package.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical plan options (including carriers such as Cigna and Kaiser) plus dental and vision. Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage are also part of the protection package in the U.S. materials.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a published 401(k) match formula that provides an employer match up to a stated cap. The clarity of the match structure supports straightforward evaluation during offer comparisons.
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What We Do
SumUp believes that every business should have access to affordable, easy-to-use financial solutions, no matter their size. That’s why more than 3 million businesses worldwide rely on SumUp to run their business. What started out as one card reader has now turned into a range of payment hardware, banking solutions, marketing, and loyalty tools, invoicing, and so much more. From sales and marketing to product and engineering, our cross-functional US team works together to ensure that small business owners can be successful doing what they love.
Why Work With Us
SumUp USA is part of the global SumUp organization that stretches across multiple continents from Berlin to Sao Paulo. Our teams are multicultural, have a collaborative mindset and bold goals. Join our mission if you want to become part of the success story and help empower over 3 million merchants using SumUp already!
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