Sales Director

Eleven; Hamburg; Hybrid; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading renewable energy company is seeking a Sales Director – Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in Hamburg to spearhead sales growth across Germany. This role involves defining sales strategies, managing key customer relationships, and driving revenues for energy storage solutions. The candidate should possess a strong background in sales leadership within the BESS sector, with proven negotiation skills and a strategic mindset. Initially remote, the role will transition to a hybrid work model. Immediate start available.

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience in a senior commercial or sales leadership role in BESS.
• Strong track record in selling energy storage solutions.
• Experience with OEMs and utilities.

Aufgaben

• Define and execute sales strategy for BESS in Germany.
• Drive revenue growth through direct sales of battery storage.
• Build relationships with utilities and developers.

Kenntnisse

Commercial negotiation

Stakeholder management

Sales strategy development

Market analysis

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Sales Director – Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Location: Hamburg, Germany

Working model: Remote initially, transitioning to hybrid

Start: Immediate

My client is a global leader in renewable energy and net-zero solutions, specialising in wind, solar, and battery energy storage systems. With a strong commitment to accelerating the energy transition, they develop and deliver integrated solutions that enable a more sustainable and resilient energy infrastructure.

Role Overview

My client is seeking an experienced Sales Director to lead the commercial growth of its Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) portfolio across Germany. This role will take ownership of sales strategy, revenue generation, and key customer relationships, driving the sale of BESS solutions to utilities, developers, IPPs, and other market stakeholders.

The position will begin as a remote role, with a planned transition to a hybrid working model based in Hamburg.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the sales strategy for BESS solutions in the German market
• Drive revenue growth through direct sales of battery storage equipment and integrated solutions
• Build and manage senior-level relationships with utilities, developers, IPPs, and strategic partners
• Lead complex commercial negotiations and contract execution
• Collaborate closely with internal technical, project development, and legal teams to deliver tailored customer solutions
• Work with OEMs and technology partners to align product offerings with market needs
• Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and regulatory developments related to energy storage
• Develop and maintain a strong sales pipeline and provide accurate forecasting
• Represent the business at industry events, conferences, and client meetings

Ideal Criteria

• Proven experience in a senior commercial or sales leadership role within Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Strong track record of selling energy storage solutions within the renewables or power sector
• Experience working with OEMs, utilities, developers, and IPPs
• Excellent commercial, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to operate autonomously in a remote environment and build a market presence
• Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to closing deals