Sales Manager DACH

Voltiris; Épalinges; Hybrid; CHF 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Voltiris in Switzerland is seeking a senior sales professional to expand our DACH high-tech greenhouse market. You will identify, prospect, and develop new customers and partnerships, lead the full sales cycle, and collaborate with technical, project, and marketing teams.

Fluent German and English, a university degree, 5+ years in technical sales, and willingness to travel up to 50% are required. Hybrid work with one day per week at Lausanne office; driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in sales of technical solutions in horticulture/high-tech greenhouse sector or renewable energy.
• University degree or equivalent required.
• Fluent in German and English, both spoken and written.
• Driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Identifying, prospecting, and developing new customers and partnerships in the DACH high-tech greenhouse market.
• Managing and developing commercial opportunities across DACH.
• Leading the full sales cycle: outreach, qualification, meetings, proposals, negotiations, and follow-up.
• Understanding customer needs and proposing high-value technical solutions adapted to each project.
• Building and maintaining strong, long-term customer relationships.
• Supporting market analysis and strategic business development initiatives.
• Representing Voltiris at trade fairs, industry events, and customer visits.
• Collaborating closely with technical, project, and marketing teams.
• Supporting the future development of Voltiris' commercial presence and operations in DACH.

Skills

Sales experience

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Autonomous

Entrepreneurial mindset

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor or higher degree

Job description

Voltiris is on a mission to make greenhouse agriculture more sustainable by combining food production and renewable energy on the same surface. Our innovative solar technology captures the part of sunlight that plants do not use for photosynthesis, enabling greenhouses to generate clean electricity while preserving crop growth and agricultural performance. By helping growers reduce their carbon footprint and energy dependence, Voltiris is contributing to a more resilient and sustainable food system. We believe great innovation comes from diverse perspectives. That’s why we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where people are treated with respect, have fair access to opportunities, and can thrive regardless of their background.

Location: Switzerland (hybrid - 1day per week required at Lausanne office)
Type: Full-time (100%)
Start date: As soon as possible
Travel: Around 50%, mainly across Switzerland, Germany & Austria

Your mission

• Identifying, prospecting, and developing new customers and partnerships in the DACH high-tech greenhouse market

• Managing and developing commercial opportunities across DACH

• Leading the full sales cycle: outreach, qualification, meetings, proposals, negotiations, and follow-up

• Understanding customer needs and proposing high-value technical solutions adapted to each project

• Building and maintaining strong, long-term customer relationships

• Supporting market analysis and strategic business development initiatives

• Representing Voltiris at trade fairs, industry events, and customer visits

• Collaborating closely with technical, project, and marketing teams

• Supporting the future development of Voltiris' commercial presence and operations in DACH

Profile we are looking for:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in sales of technical solutions in horticulture/high-tech greenhouse sector or renewable energy

• University degree or equivalent required

• Strong interest in sustainability, innovation, energy transition, and horticulture

• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills, with a proven track record

• Autonomous, proactive, and entrepreneurial mindset

• Comfortable working in a fast-moving and international startup environment

• Fully fluent in German and English, both spoken and written

• Swiss German is a strong plus

• Dutch, French, or Polish are a plus

• Willingness to travel frequently across DACH (around 50% of the time)

• Driving licence required

Education: Bachelor/Master/PhD. Languages: Deutsch (native), Englisch (fluent)