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Monq

Monq

Sales & Business Development
Spain · Poland · United Arab Emirates · Turkey · Egypt
EUR 65k-75k / year + Equity
Posted on Jan 19, 2026

Location

Poland, Spain, Türkiye, United Arab Emirates

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type

Hybrid

Department

Business Development and Sales

Sales Development Executive – Remote

About Monq

Monq is building the first AI platform designed specifically for strategic procurement negotiation — a $4.2 trillion market that has been largely untouched by AI innovation. Our next-generation agentic systems autonomously negotiate high-value enterprise contracts, transforming procurement from a manual, gut-driven process into a data-driven competitive advantage.

Backed by executives from Revolut and HSBC, Monq is pioneering a category-defining platform that Fortune 500 companies are already adopting. Every 1% improvement in strategic procurement represents a $42 billion market impact. We’re not just selling software — we’re shaping the future of how businesses negotiate their most critical deals.

About the Role

As a Sales Development Executive (SDE), you’ll be on the front line of the autonomous negotiation revolution. Your mission is to identify, engage, and qualify enterprise prospects across Europe and the US, opening the door for Monq’s AI-powered negotiation agents to transform how global companies approach high-stakes contracts.

This is not a typical SDR role. You’ll be selling cutting-edge AI technology into procurement teams handling $1M+ contracts, working closely with our founders and enterprise sales leads. Expect exposure to C-level decision-makers, procurement leaders, and innovation teams in some of the world’s most recognized companies.

This is a remote-first role, open across Europe and UAE, with regular team gatherings and direct exposure to Fortune 500 clients.

What You Will Do

Pipeline Generation & Market Development

  • Identify and qualify new enterprise opportunities across Europe and the US in industries such as financial services, aerospace, energy, technology, and manufacturing

  • Map complex organizational structures and navigate multi-stakeholder sales environments

  • Use a combination of outbound prospecting, networking, events, and AI-driven tools to generate high-quality leads

Enterprise Engagement

  • Engage procurement, finance, and innovation executives in conversations around AI-powered negotiation

  • Understand prospects’ pain points in strategic procurement and position Monq’s unique value proposition

  • Collaborate with Account Executives to ensure smooth handover of qualified opportunities

Strategic Contribution

  • Contribute to Monq’s go-to-market strategy in Europe and the US, sharing insights from prospect interactions

  • Leverage AI tools to enhance outreach, personalization, and lead qualification

  • Build long-term relationships with technical and business stakeholders at target accounts

Requirements

Essential Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in B2B sales development or business development, preferably in enterprise software or AI/automation solutions

  • Strong track record of generating enterprise pipeline and meeting quotas

  • Business fluency in English; additional European languages are a strong plus

  • Experience engaging with senior decision-makers (Director, VP, C-level) in large organizations

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to simplify complex concepts

Preferred Experience

  • Exposure to enterprise procurement, contract management, or B2B negotiation processes

  • Experience selling disruptive technology into regulated or risk-sensitive industries

  • Familiarity with using AI or automation tools to improve sales productivity

  • Background in start-up or high-growth environments where ambiguity and speed are the norm

Desired Qualities

  • Curious and intellectually sharp — eager to understand procurement challenges deeply

  • Entrepreneurial, self-starter mindset with strong individual contributor drive

  • Ability to thrive in high-stakes, founder-led environments

  • Comfort operating at the edge of a rapidly emerging market

What We Offer

Competitive Package

  • Salary range (Europe): €65,000–€75,000 base + uncapped commission

  • Significant equity stake — direct upside in a $4.2T market opportunity

  • Bi-annual bonuses tied to pipeline growth and customer impact

Work Environment

  • Remote-first with quarterly team gatherings

  • Direct collaboration with founders, AI engineers, and procurement executives

  • Annual off-site focused on AI innovation and growth

Career Growth

  • Clear path to Account Executive or Enterprise Sales Manager roles

  • Opportunity to become a domain expert in AI-powered enterprise negotiations

  • Visa sponsorship for exceptional candidates after successful probation

Other Benefits

  • Minimum 30 days annual leave + your birthday off

  • Flexible working hours, focused on outcomes rather than clock-watching

  • Work abroad for up to 120 days per year (subject to local regulations)

About Our Recruitment Process

Our interview process is fast, transparent, and focused on both skill and cultural fit:

  1. Intro Call (30 mins) – Alignment on your experience, Monq’s mission, and expectations

  2. Case Task (45 mins) – Outbound prospecting or messaging task to assess creativity and execution

  3. Deep Dive Interview (45 mins) – Pipeline strategy, enterprise sales cycles, and market knowledge

  4. Bar Raiser Interview (30 mins) – Conversation with a co-founder on ambition, resilience, and fit

  5. Final Session (informal) – Meet the team, experience our culture, and discuss real-world use cases

About Monq

Monq is building the first AI platform specifically designed for strategic procurement negotiation. We're creating a blue ocean in a $4.2 trillion market that has been ignored by existing AI solutions. Our team brings together deep technical expertise in AI with proven experience in enterprise software and procurement.

We're backed by forward-thinking investors who understand the massive opportunity in applying advanced AI to high-value B2B negotiations. With several major enterprises joining us, we're positioned to become the category-defining platform for AI-powered procurement. We are founded and backed by Revolut and HSBC executives.

Why This Matters: Every 1% improvement in strategic procurement represents a $42 billion market impact. We're not just building software - we're creating the future of how businesses negotiate their most critical deals.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Monq is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, or any other basis as protected by the Equality Act 2010.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and believe diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to build AI that serves enterprise customers effectively. Our employment decisions are based solely on individual qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities

Monq is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application or contact us directly at recruitment@monq.io.