Junior business developer

About Ninesquared Ninesquared is a fast-growing premium volleyball brand working directly with clubs, federations, and athletes across Europe and the US. We design and produce custom teamwear and accessories, combining high-quality products with a modern, direct-to-club business model. We are expanding fast and looking for a Junior Business Developer who is hungry to learn, grow, and build real sales experience in an international environment. The Role This is a sales-first role. You'll work closely with the sales team to support business development activities, manage leads, and help convert clubs into long-term partners. At Ninesquared, you'll also have the opportunity to work first-hand with all areas of the company — from marketing and product to operations and international projects, gaining a 360° understanding of how a fast-growing sports brand operates. You don't need years of experience. You need energy, ambition, curiosity, and the willingness to pick up the phone. What You'll Do

Support outbound and inbound sales activities Contact clubs, academies, and sports organizations via email and phone Follow up on leads and commercial offers Manage and update CRM and sales pipelines Assist in preparing offers and presentations Manage your own clients, from order placement to customer relationship management Support international sales projects in Europe and the US Learn how a premium sports brand sells B2 B, end to end Work closely with customer service

Who You Are

Ambitious, and eager to learn Fresh from university or with some relevant work experience Comfortable speaking with people and building relationships Not afraid of sales conversations or phone calls Organized, proactive, and reliable Fluent in English and Italian; other languages are a bonus Passion for sport is a big plus; volleyball is a strong advantage but not required

What We Offer

A real and fast growth path in sales and business development Direct exposure to founders and decision-making International clients and projects from day one A fast-moving, informal, and ambitious work environment Competitive salary with growth potential linked to performance

Location & Work Setup Our headquarters are in Riva del Garda, where this role is based. Full-remote positions are not accepted, but partial remote work (1–2 days per week) is possible. If you want to learn sales for real, work in the sports business, and be part of a brand that is growing internationally, we want to hear from you. Send your CV to future@ninesquared.it