Sales Manager (m/f/d) – South Europe (Spain or Portugal-based)

Kraftblock GmbH; Sulzbach/Saar; Remote; EUR 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company is seeking a Sales Manager for Southern Europe, based ideally in Spain or Portugal, to drive sales for their innovative thermal energy storage technology. This role requires strong technical expertise, an engineering background, and a proven track record in sales or business development within the energy sector.

Leistungen

Permanent employment contract

Remote-friendly work model

Competitive company pension plan

Individual development paths

Flat hierarchy and collaborative team culture

Diversity, responsibility, and high impact

Regular team events

Supportive work atmosphere

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of experience in sales, business development, or project development in energy or related industries.
• Strong understanding of EPC business models, industrial systems, and infrastructure projects.
• Previous exposure to renewable energy technologies and decarbonization solutions.

Aufgaben

• Drive inbound and outbound sales activities in Southern Europe.
• Identify and develop new opportunities for thermal battery applications.
• Manage and achieve sales targets.

Kenntnisse

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Initiative

Accountability

Fluency in English

Fluency in Spanish

Technical innovation

Ausbildung

Engineering degree

Jobbeschreibung

Which tasks do you take over?

Did you know that industrial heat accounts for 40% of global emissions? At Kraftblock, we are revolutionizing how industries transition to renewable energy with our high-temperature thermal energy storage technology. We are now looking for a Sales Manager for Southern Europe, ideally based inSpain or Portugal, to accelerate our growth in key markets.

As a Sales Manager, you are a proactive sales professional with strong technical expertise and deep industry insight. You bring a solidengineering background and understand the challenges and requirements of large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects.

• Drive both inbound and outbound sales activities in Southern Europe
• Act as the primary contact for customers throughout the sales cycle
• Identify and develop new opportunities for our thermal battery in industries such as energy production, oil & gas, steel, food & beverage, and other heavy industries
• Represent Kraftblock at regional industry events, conferences, and trade shows
• Lead customer interactions and design-in processes with support from our engineering team
• Understand the grid business potential for green energy solutions
• Maintain awareness of the regulatory landscape and subsidy mechanisms in your region
• Help shape our internationalization strategy in Europe, particularly in the Iberian Peninsula, France, and Italy
• Manage and achieve sales targets
• Participate in a comprehensive 6–8 week onboarding program at our headquarters in Sulzbach, Germany
• Visit our HQ regularly (at least twice a year)

What do you bring?

• You are a strategic thinker and natural relationship builder with a passion for technical innovation and sustainability. You bring:
• 5+ years of experience in sales, business development, or project development in one or more of the following industries: energy, climate tech, oil & gas, steel, food & beverage, or related heavy industries
• Strong understanding of EPC business models, industrial systems, and infrastructure projects
• An engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification (preferred but not mandatory)
• Previous exposure to renewable energy technologies and decarbonization solutions
• General understanding of electricity grids and their role in the energy transition
• Familiarity with subsidies, grant schemes, and regulatory frameworks relevant to energy and industrial sectors
• High level of initiative, accountability, and the ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
• Fluent in English and Spanish (French is a strong plus)
• Willingness to travel frequently within your region
• You are based in Spain or Portugal (mandatory)

What we offer?

• A permanent employment contract – we believe in long-term collaboration
• Remote-friendly work model with flexible hours – work from home, stay close to your customers
• A competitive company pension plan
• Individual development paths with training and growth opportunities
• A flat hierarchy and collaborative team culture where your ideas matter
• A role with diversity, responsibility, and high impact
• Regular team events and a supportive work atmosphere
• A fast-growing, international cleantech environment backed by leading investors