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Sven Westermann

Head of Sales & Partnerships

Sven Westermann
Hamburg, Germany

Experience

Nov 2021 - Oct 2023
2 years
Hamburg, Germany

Head of Sales & Partnerships

aidhere GmbH

  • Responsibility for developing and executing the sales strategy and for the ongoing improvement and optimization of sales processes and activities
  • Disciplinary and technical leadership of the sales team, consisting of 5 field and 6 inside sales staff
  • Conducted job interviews, annual reviews, and training sessions for the continuous development of the team
  • Built and maintained relationships with key opinion leaders, sales partners, and insurance companies
  • Collaborated closely with the marketing team, for example in creating and planning campaigns and materials, as well as in forecasts and reporting
  • Represented the company at trade shows, conferences, and congresses
  • Reported to management on performance metrics and sales results
Feb 2021 - Nov 2021
10 months
Hamburg, Germany

Head of Business Development

aidhere GmbH

  • Responsible for various projects to increase revenue and strategically develop the company (examples: creating a business plan for a sales joint venture, implementing a CRM system and pipeline management tools, building an online business development shop for self-paying clients)
  • Analyzed market and competitor data to develop new product ideas and sales strategies
  • Conducted contract negotiations with sales partners
  • Built and maintained B2B contacts (pharmaceutical and insurance companies)
  • Collaborated with management and the executive team to develop the company strategy
Jan 2016 - Present
10 years 3 months
Hamburg, Germany

Co-Founder & CEO

MyGreenz UG

  • Built and led an organic superfood startup focused on end consumers
  • Core tasks: marketing, business development, accounting, and customer service
  • Developed and designed over 20 products
  • Set up an online shop and created original content and copy
  • Collaborated closely with fulfillment partners, marketing agencies, freelancers, and influencers
Jun 2013 - Dec 2020
7 years 7 months
Hamburg, Germany

Co-Founder & CEO

Mister-Fit GmbH

  • Built and managed a trading company and a retail store in the dietary supplement industry
  • Responsible for marketing, business development, and sales partner channels (dropshipping partners, wholesale partners, Amazon, and eBay)
  • Additional CEO tasks: customer service and consulting, personnel management, and product development
Jun 2013 - Dec 2020
7 years 7 months
Hamburg, Germany

Personal Trainer

Self-Employed

  • Online coaching and personal consultation/training for clients
  • Created training and nutrition plans
Oct 2012 - Jun 2013
9 months
Hamburg, Germany

Business Development Manager

Airbnb Deutschland GmbH

  • Planning and implementation of various strategic projects, such as trade show/event collaborations and B2B affiliate partnerships
  • Acquiring and managing partners
Aug 2011 - Dec 2011
5 months
Berlin, Germany

Business Development Intern

iPotentials GmbH

  • Market research and competitive analysis
  • Assisting in the creation of a business plan for a new business line

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Food and Beverage (13 years), Retail (7.5 years), Sport (7.5 years), Insurance (2.5 years), Healthcare (1 year), and Information Technology (1 year).

Food and Beverage
Retail
Sport
Insurance
Healthcare
Information Technology

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Marketing (13.5 years), Customer Service (13 years), Product Development (13 years), Sales (11 years), Human Resources (2 years), and Project Management (1.5 years).

Marketing
Customer Service
Product Development
Sales
Human Resources
Project Management

Skills

  • B2b/b2c Sales
  • Strategic Planning
  • Team Building
  • Coaching
  • Project Management
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Communication Skills

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced
French
Advanced

Education

Oct 2015 - Jun 2017

University of Bayreuth

MBA in Sports Management, part-time · Sports Management · Bayreuth, Germany

Oct 2009 - Jun 2012

University of Münster

BSc in Business Administration · Business Administration · Münster, Germany

Oct 2005 - Jun 2006

Medina High School

Medina, United States

...and 1 more

Certifications & licenses

Medical device consultant (§ 83 MPDG)

HCMC Academy

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Where is Sven based?

Sven is based in Hamburg, Germany.

What languages does Sven speak?

Sven speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Sven have?

Sven has at least 14 years of experience. During this time, Sven has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years. Note that Sven may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Sven be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Sven would be well-suited for roles such as: Head of Sales & Partnerships, Head of Business Development, Co-Founder & CEO.

What is Sven's latest experience?

Sven's most recent position is Head of Sales & Partnerships at aidhere GmbH.

What companies has Sven worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Sven has worked for aidhere GmbH and MyGreenz UG.

Which industries is Sven most experienced in?

Sven is most experienced in industries like Food and Beverage, Retail, and Sport and Recreation. Sven also has some experience in Insurance, Healthcare, and Information Technology (IT).

Which business areas is Sven most experienced in?

Sven is most experienced in business areas like Marketing, Customer Service, and Product Development. Sven also has some experience in Sales, Human Resources (HR), and Project Management.

Which industries has Sven worked in recently?

Sven has recently worked in industries like Food and Beverage, Insurance, and Healthcare.

Which business areas has Sven worked in recently?

Sven has recently worked in business areas like Marketing, Customer Service, and Product Development.

What is Sven's education?

Sven holds a Master in Sports Management from University of Bayreuth and a Bachelor in Business Administration from University of Münster.

Does Sven have any certificates?

Sven has 1 certificate: Medical device consultant (§ 83 MPDG).

What is the availability of Sven?

Sven is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Sven?

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