Junior Sales (60-100%)

Niatsu GmbH seeks a Junior Sales Intern in Zurich to build a European sales pipeline from scratch for its cleantech DaaS platform, focusing on helping food companies reduce supply chain emissions.

This position is designed for a driven individual who will take ownership of expanding the company’s presence beyond Switzerland. Working within a small, ambitious team, the intern will build a sales pipeline from the ground up, leveraging direct outreach and strategic networking to secure B2B clients in the food industry across Europe.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement structured outbound campaigns using LinkedIn, email, and cold calling.
• Manage the entire B2B sales process for European clients, from initial contact to contract signing.
• Generate and close new business opportunities with food industry partners outside of Switzerland.
• Utilize existing professional networks to establish strategic partnerships within the food sector.
• Collaborate with founders to refine go-to-market strategies and secure key accounts.
• Support the leadership team with administrative tasks and sales preparation materials.
• Organize and run webinars and events to engage potential clients.

Requirements

• Full professional proficiency in both German and English, including written and spoken communication.
• Legal eligibility to work in Switzerland.
• A strong interest in sustainability, climate action, and food systems.
• Educational background in business, economics, sustainability, or a related discipline.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities, characterized by empathy, active listening, and natural rapport-building.

Nice to have

• Prior experience in sales roles.
• Existing connections within the Swiss and European sustainability or food industries.
• Knowledge of climate frameworks such as Net Zero, SBTi, climate neutrality, or the GHG Protocol.

What the company offers

• Contribute to a mission-driven organization addressing the climate crisis.
• Acquire practical experience in business development, finance, and sustainability.
• Join a passionate, purpose-oriented team leading innovation in food and climate tech.
• Work from an office located in central Zurich.

About the company

Niatsu GmbH is a cleantech startup providing Data as a Service to help food companies understand and reduce their supply chain emissions. The organization operates with a small, highly ambitious team that values drive, confidence, and proactive energy, encouraging employees to take initiative rather than waiting for assigned tasks.

• Mission-driven focus on tackling the climate crisis through data and innovation.
• Small, ambitious team culture that values proactive initiative and energy.
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of food and climate technology.