JOIN US ON OUR MISSION TO BECOME THE #1 RETAIL TRADING PLATFORM IN THE WORLD
Welcome to the dynamic world of NinjaTrader! As an industry-leading trading platform and futures broker, we're on a mission to empower traders to take control of their financial destiny. How do we do it? We provide cutting-edge products and services that enhance the trading journey. Whether a seasoned pro or just starting out, NinjaTrader equips traders with award-winning software and brokerage services to navigate the world's leading financial markets with confidence.
Our growth story is nothing short of exhilarating. Over the last 20 years, NinjaTrader has been dedicated to understanding and supporting traders on their journey toward trading triumph. In the last five years alone, our user base has grown by 400% to over 1.9 million users and we have become the number one rated futures brokerage worldwide.
But we're not stopping there. We're constantly evolving, pushing boundaries, and modernizing the futures industry. Our commitment to innovation means users will always have access to dynamic tools, real-time support, and a community of like-minded traders.
So, why work at NinjaTrader? Here, you're not just part of a team; you're part of a movement. We empower employees to reach new heights in their careers by providing a dynamic culture focused on social connection, professional development, and employee recognition initiatives. Sounds too good to be true? Take it from our employees.
Join us as we redefine what's possible in trading, advocate for our customers, and continue our journey toward becoming the world's top retail-focused trading platform in the world.
Join us at NinjaTrader and play a pivotal role in shaping the vendor landscape in the German market. If you’re passionate about sales, adept at building lasting relationships, and excited about the trading industry, we’d love to hear from you.
In this role you will:
- Identify and pursue inbound sales opportunities while actively conducting outbound prospecting efforts to attract high-quality vendors to the NinjaTrader Ecosystem
- Guide new vendors through our comprehensive onboarding process, including compliance checks, quality assurance testing, and facilitating a seamless handoff to Vendor Support post-approval
- Build and maintain strong, long-term partnerships with vendors to support mutual growth and foster increased platform adoption
- Provide ongoing communication and proactive support to progress new vendors through the onboarding process and ensure the satisfaction of existing vendors
- Collaborate with the vendor relations team to coordinate webinar events, sponsored advertising, and other promotional opportunities for vendors
- Participate in weekly Vendor Support Team meetings and provide updates on vendor progress and compliance matters
- Utilize tools such as Salesforce and Confluence to manage daily tasks, track progress, and report on vendor activity
What you'll need:
- Language Proficiency – Fluency in German, with strong verbal and written communication skills essential for success in this role
- Market Knowledge – In-depth familiarity with the German market and an understanding of industry trends
- Experience – Minimum of two years in business development, sales, or a related field
- Sales Acumen – Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with a proactive, results-oriented "hunter" mentality
- Technical Skills – Familiarity with NinjaTrader’s platform; experience with Salesforce is advantageous
- Industry Insight – Knowledge of the commodity futures industry or trading is highly preferred
- Collaborative Ability – Proven capability to work effectively with multiple teams, including Compliance, Marketing, Sales Support, Product Management, and the Executive team
- Organizational Skills – Strong project management capabilities with excellent time management and organizational skills
- Professionalism – A polished and professional demeanor when interacting with vendors and industry partners
- Entrepreneurial Spirit – A self-starter with a strong sense of urgency and drive to grow the NinjaTrader Ecosystem
Compensation:
This role’s On Target Earnings (“OTE”) is $76,000.00 USD annually. OTE consists of a fixed base salary plus incentives at target performance. Incentive compensation will vary based on performance, with the minimum amount earned being the fixed base salary. Because the incentive plan is uncapped, there is no maximum pay range for this role.
In addition, this position will receive an annual target bonus of 4%. Bonus pay at NinjaTrader is based on both individual performance (50%) and company/team performance (50%).
OTE and bonus earnings are just two components of the total compensation package at NinjaTrader. We offer a 401(k) plan through ADP, with company matching of up to 3.5% of employee contributions. Employees accrue 18 days of paid time off annually (some positions may qualify for more), in addition to seven paid holidays. More details on our total compensation package and benefits are listed below.
Our Core Benefits Include:
- Hybrid Schedule with Extra Remote Flexibility (Totaling over 55% remote time)
- Generous PTO
- 7 Paid Holidays Annually + 5 Conditional Holidays Annually
- 1 Service Day Annually
- 401k with 3.5% Company Match
- Health, Vision, Dental Coverage
- Life and Disability Insurance Covered 100% by NinjaTrader
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Transit and Parking
- Gym Membership
Location: This role is based in Chicago, IL. There may be remote flexibility for exceptional candidates in the following states: California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, New Jersey, Pennsylvania.
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
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What We Do
More than 1.8 million futures traders trust NinjaTrader's award-winning software and brokerage services to help them trade smarter. Since 2003, we've been building better futures for all traders by making futures trading more accessible, scalable, and user-friendly.
As a bold, innovative thought leader in the trading space, we build products and services that empower active futures traders to easily analyze and react to data from the world's leading financial markets. Veteran and new futures traders alike look to us for our always-on support, daily free education and analysis, access to developer apps, and much more.
We believe in the power of innovation to drive futures trading forward. Together, we continue to redefine what's possible in trading, advocate for our customers, and provide the best tools, support, and experiences to the fast-growing retail futures trading community.
Located in Chicago, our entrepreneurial, employee-centric culture is inspiring, innovative, and inviting. We're committed to diversity, equity, and inclusivity, so our team members feel at ease to be themselves and empowered to deliver the work they do best.
Why Work With Us
Our team members are our #1 asset and the signature ingredient to our success. When you join NinjaTrader, you become part of an innovative, forward-looking community that encourages creativity, collaboration and camaraderie to deliver the best futures trading experience possible to our more than 1.8 million users. See why better futures start here.
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