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Sales Manager:in (w/m/x) Sustainable Solutions

Available from March 1, 2026

Your Mission

We are tackling global plastic pollution – and you will be part of the solution.

At traceless, we develop and produce a new generation of materials designed to integrate seamlessly into nature instead of leaving a trace. Our patented technology transforms agricultural byproducts into traceless®: a plastic free, home compostable, bio based granulate that works with nature, not against it.

As part of our team, you will contribute to our bold mission: replacing plastic at scale and building a climate neutral, circular materials industry. More than just a job, this is your opportunity to join a pioneering team that is science driven, purpose led, and determined to create real change.

Your Role

As Sales Manager:in for Sustainable Solutions, you will play a key role in bringing the traceless vision to life and taking our sustainable material solutions to market. Your focus will be on selling natural polymers, with a strong emphasis on downstream processing industries. You will proactively acquire new customers through outbound activities and events, supported by warm leads from our partner network and inbound channels, while also developing and expanding existing key accounts.

Your Responsibilities

  • Acquiring new industrial customers interested in innovative and sustainable materials based on natural polymers

  • Building and maintaining long term relationships with existing key customers

  • Analyzing market potential and contributing to strategies for opening up new business areas

  • Advising customers on sustainable material solutions and their applications

  • Preparing, negotiating, and closing contracts

  • Participating in trade fairs and industry events for networking and monitoring market trends

Depending on requirements, you will spend your working days in an innovative working environment at our company site in Hamburg Harburg. Partial remote work is possible.

Your Profile

Educational BackgroundCompleted commercial or technical training or studies, ideally with a focus on sales or plastics engineering

Sales ExperienceExperience in B2B sales, ideally in the packaging, plastics, or chemical industry, with strong acquisition and negotiation skills combined with a high level of initiative

Sustainability MindsetYou share our vision of a circular economy and bring a strong understanding of sustainable business models and ecological responsibility

Communication SkillsYou excel in customer communication, combined with negotiation skills, presentation abilities, and openness to exploring new topics

AdaptabilityYou are flexible and adaptable, able to succeed in a constantly changing environment and take on new challenges. Startup experience is a plus

Hands on MentalityYou have a hands on mindset and think innovatively and solution oriented

Independence and OrganizationYou stand out through a high level of independence, organizational skills, and commitment

Team and Networking SkillsYou are a team player, build strong networks, and bring a positive attitude and a sense of humor

Language SkillsYou have business fluent German and English skills, spoken and written

Willingness to TravelYou are willing to travel nationally and internationally to support customers on site and attend international trade fairs

Why Us?

At traceless, you have the opportunity to do work with real purpose – for the planet and future generations. With the launch of our first large scale production facility in Hamburg Harburg at the end of 2025, we are entering an exciting new phase: industrial scale up and market entry. We are growing fast and are looking for motivated people who want to actively shape the future of truly sustainable materials.

What Awaits You

  • Purpose driven work with real environmental impact

  • Startup spirit with industrial ambition and a high degree of creative freedom

  • Personal and professional development in a fast growing company

  • An inclusive, international team with more than 18 nationalities

  • Flat hierarchies and a fair, respectful company culture

  • Competitive compensation based on a transparent salary model

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About Us

traceless is a fast growing company with a clear vision: a future without pollution and waste.

With our patented technology, we transform agricultural byproducts into traceless® – plastic free, bio based, and home compostable materials that leave no trace. With the start of our first large scale production facility in Hamburg Harburg at the end of 2025, we are moving from innovation to industrial impact. To bring traceless® materials into packaging and single use products, we work closely with processors and brands across a wide range of industries.

Founded in 2020, traceless has grown into a team of over 100 people, combining expertise from science, engineering, business, and operations. We believe that a future without pollution and waste can only be achieved together. Therefore, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religion, disability, age, or sexual orientation and identity.

Interested? Fantastic!Simply upload your CV and a short cover letter via the application form. Alternatively, you can send both by email to careers@traceless.eu.We are looking forward to getting to know you.

Ad online until June 1, 2026

traceless materials GmbH

Industries

  • Biotech
  • Impact
  • new materials

Professional Fields

  • Sales

Work Experience

  • Experienced

Employment Type

  • Full time
  • Permanent Contract

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Company details

We’re solving global plastic pollution – and you can be part of the solution!With our groundbreaking technology, we transform agricultural plant residues into an innovative and environmentally friendly biomaterial – bio-based, plastic-free, and compostable. A material that leaves no harmful traces. Our goal is to replace as much conventional plastic as possible – and that’s where you come in.

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