Sales Director BESS

CGS; Düsseldorf; Hybrid; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in green technology is seeking a Sales Director for Utility-Scale Energy Storage. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in renewable energy sales and strong engagement skills with strategic customers. This role involves driving revenue growth and addressing market trends in energy storage, with opportunities to work collaboratively across teams.

Qualifikationen

• Proven success in renewable energy sales, particularly in utility-scale energy storage.
• Strong understanding of energy storage technologies and market environments.
• Willingness to travel for client engagement.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans for utility-scale BESS.
• Build relationships with key customers in the energy sector.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver customized energy solutions.

Kenntnisse

Sales experience

Negotiation skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

MBA or advanced degree

Jobbeschreibung

Sales Director – Utility-Scale Energy Storage (BESS)

Location : Hybrid or Remote (Germany, Spain or Poland)

About the Company

Our client is a global leader in green technology, dedicated to accelerating the energy transition through advanced renewable energy solutions. With a strong presence across multiple regions and a focus on innovation, the company offer integrated solutions in wind, energy storage, and green hydrogen. Recognized internationally for our sustainability performance and technological leadership, we are committed to building a carbon-neutral future and transforming the way energy is produced and consumed.

Position Overview

We are seeking a driven and results-oriented Sales Director to lead business development efforts for our utility-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) . The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in renewable energy sales, a deep understanding of energy storage markets, and the ability to engage customers at a strategic level. This role plays a critical part in identifying new opportunities, managing key client relationships, and driving growth in the energy storage sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to drive revenue growth in utility-scale BESS markets.
• Identify, qualify, and secure new business opportunities through proactive outreach, networking, and lead generation.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with key customers, including utilities, developers, and independent power producers.
• Collaborate with internal teams across engineering, product, and project development to deliver competitive, customized energy storage solutions.
• Stay up to date on market trends, customer needs, regulatory environments, and competitive dynamics.
• Deliver compelling sales presentations, proposals, and commercial offers tailored to client needs.
• Track and report sales performance, pipeline development, and forecast updates to senior leadership.
• Monitor and incorporate renewable energy policies, incentives, and grid requirements into sales strategies.
• Support project finance and commercial structuring, including participation in financial close processes when needed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Energy, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• Proven success in sales or business development within the renewable energy sector, ideally in utility-scale energy storage or BESS.
• Strong understanding of energy storage technologies, grid applications, and renewable energy value chains.
• Familiarity with project finance, energy markets (e.g., ISO / RTO environments), and contracting structures (e.g., EPC, PPA, tolling agreements).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and strategic mindset, with the ability to align customer needs with business objectives.
• Willingness to travel as needed for client engagement and industry events.