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Sales Agent + Languages

On-site in València·Full-time·Added 1 month ago

Grupo Planeta

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Overview

Job details

  • Permanent contract

    Full-time.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Grupo Planeta doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak fluent Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • German

    The ad asks for German, or counts it in your favour.

  • French

    The ad asks for French, or counts it in your favour.

  • Italian

    The ad asks for Italian, or counts it in your favour.

  • Work on-site in València

    No relocation package mentioned.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Requirements

  • Previous experience in consultative sales, telesales, or commercial customer service (phone or in-person): retail, insurance, banking, energy, telecom, etc.
  • Strong commercial skills: needs identification, argumentation, closing, and objection handling. Excellent communication skills and customer orientation.
  • Negotiation, persuasion, and closing skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport during calls.
  • Results-oriented and able to work toward commercial goals: you don't back down from a "no" and you understand working toward objectives.
  • Organizational, planning, and priority management skills.
  • Proficiency in CRM tools and Microsoft Office.
  • Call center experience will be highly valued.
  • High level of Spanish.
  • High level of English, French, Italian, German, Arabic, or Portuguese.
  • Ability to work in multicultural and international environments.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

What do we offer you?

  • Permanent contract.
  • Full-time.
  • Competitive base salary + attractive incentive plan. Call Center agreement.
  • Initial training and ongoing support.
  • Professional development opportunities within a leading group in the sector.
  • Dynamic, international, results-oriented environment.

The role

Activa | We are the corporate services provider for Grupo Planeta. For over 40 years, we have supported different business areas in their launch and growth, designing multiple processes with the help of the best technological solutions.

From Grupo Planeta we are looking for a Sales Agent + languages to join our Valencia team in Digital Sales, responsible for marketing the group's training offering and activating cross-cutting projects and campaigns across various sectors.

You will be part of ACTIVA, the service unit of Grupo Planeta, specialized in business process outsourcing with a specific focus on client relationships.

Job mission:

Ensure proactive, results-driven commercial management, building trusting relationships with potential clients, identifying their needs, and offering tailored solutions to achieve sales targets and drive business growth, always delivering a positive, professional client experience.

What you'll do

What will your day-to-day look like?

  • Make outbound calls to promote products or services according to the assigned campaign.
  • Provide clear, detailed information about the features, benefits, and terms of each offer.
  • Record accurate, up-to-date information in customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
  • Work toward achieving the commercial and performance targets defined for each campaign.
  • Effectively and professionally manage and overcome potential client objections.
  • Provide clear, persuasive responses designed to build trust and close opportunities.

About Grupo Planeta

Grupo Planeta is a major Spanish media and publishing conglomerate headquartered in Barcelona. It operates across publishing, education, audiovisual production, and communication, and is one of the largest Spanish-language publishing groups in the world. The group includes well-known imprints such as Editorial Planeta, Espasa, and Ariel, and also owns a network of higher education institutions, including UNIE Universidad, EAE Business School, and the International University of Valencia (VIU). With a workforce of several thousand employees, Grupo Planeta is a significant player in the Spanish-speaking media and education landscape.

In Spain, Grupo Planeta has a strong presence in Barcelona and Madrid, with additional operations in Valencia and other cities. Its education division is a major employer of academic staff, offering roles for university lecturers, program directors, and administrative and commercial positions across its various schools and universities. For international professionals, the group offers opportunities in teaching, academic management, and corporate functions, with some roles requiring multilingual skills, particularly in French and English. The company's culture is rooted in Spanish business traditions, and it provides a stable, established work environment within the media and education sectors.

Industry
Media & Publishing
Founded
1949
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
Barcelona, Spain
In Spain
Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia
Website
planeta.es

Good to know if you are moving

  • Grupo Planeta is headquartered in Barcelona, a major European hub with a large international community and excellent connectivity.
  • The group's education division hires university lecturers and academic staff, often requiring a PhD or equivalent, and offers opportunities for international academics to teach in Spanish or English.
  • Some commercial and administrative roles require multilingual skills, particularly French and English, which can be an advantage for international candidates.
  • The company operates several universities and business schools, including EAE Business School and UNIE, which have a diverse student body and international programs.
  • Spain's job market for academic roles often values Spanish language proficiency, but some positions, especially in business schools, may be open to English-speaking professionals.

In their own words

Additional information

If you are motivated to be part of a leading educational group and grow professionally, we look forward to your application!

Grupo Planeta offers equal opportunities. We are committed to treating all applications equally based on their skills, achievements, and experience, regardless of race, nationality, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

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