Senior Business Development Manager- BESS

Manning Global AG; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Manning Global AG invites applications for a Senior Business Development Manager- BESS in Finland. You will drive strategic sales for utility-scale battery energy storage systems and PV, managing opportunities from early stage to contract closure.

You will lead tender processes, negotiate major deals, and build strong relationships with IPPs, utilities, developers, and industry stakeholders in Finland, while coordinating with cross-functional teams to deliver market-ready solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in energy, renewables, storage, or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong understanding of utility-scale BESS and PV markets, grid services, and commercial structures.
• Excellent command of English; fluent Finnish required.

Responsibilities

• Drive business development and sales growth for utility-scale BESS and PV in Finland.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans aligned with customer needs and growth strategy.
• Build and strengthen long-term relationships with key customers and stakeholders in Finland.
• Lead tender processes including RFI/RFP review, bid strategy, and contract discussions.
• Collaborate with engineering, legal, and delivery teams to provide bankable solutions.
• Represent the company at industry events and strengthen market position.

Skills

Strategic sales

Negotiation

Relationship management

Analytical skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

Manning Global, an Internationally renowned staffing and managed services organization specializing in providing staffing solutions for leading corporations in AI, IT & Telecoms, Engineering, Digital Media, Automotive and Renewable Energy is recruiting for Senior Business Development Manager- BESS on behalf of one of their blue-chip international clients to join their organization in the Finland.

Job Title

Senior Business Development Manager- BESS

Employment

Full time

Start Date

09/15/2026

Country

Finland, Helsinki - Onsite

Salary range

5,000 - 8,000 EUR gross/month

Contact

Ramya Bharathy on: [phone]

Key Responsibilities

• Drive business development and sales growth for Utility-Scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and PV (Solar Inverter) in Finland, identifying opportunities with IPPs, utilities, developers, EPCs, investors, and large energy users.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans aligned with customer needs and company's growth strategy in the Finnish energy storage market.
• Build and strengthen long-term relationships with key customers, partners, consultants, TSOs/DSOs, and industry stakeholders in Finland.
• Identify, qualify, and win major utility-scale BESS projects from early-stage pipeline to contract closure.
• Take the commercial lead in projects: understand customer business cases, market drivers, and technical requirements, and position the Company's value proposition effectively.
• Work closely with the company's solution, engineering, legal, and delivery teams to provide competitive and bankable solutions.
• Lead tender processes including RFI/RFP review, bid strategy, commercial negotiation, proposal preparation, and contract discussions.
• Monitor market trends, regulations, grid code developments, and competitor activities within the Finnish BESS and renewable energy sectors.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and customer forums to strengthen company’s market position and brand visibility.
• Support cross-selling opportunities within renewable energy, including PV, EV charging, and digital power solutions where relevant.

Experience/Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the utility-scale BESS and PV market, including project development cycle, grid services, ancillary markets, EPC models, and commercial structures.
• Good knowledge of the Finnish renewable energy market, regulations, and grid environment.
• Experience in complex solution sales, tender management, and strategic account development.
• Strong commercial mindset with the ability to negotiate contracts and manage senior customer relationships.
• Good understanding of energy storage system architecture, PCS, EMS, battery technologies, and grid integration principles.
• Ability to work independently, drive opportunities proactively, and manage multiple projects in parallel.
• Well connected with key market players in the Finnish energy sector is a strong advantage.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a leading company within energy, renewables, storage, or infrastructure sectors.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Business, or equivalent.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, international, and dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to compare competitor solutions and translate market needs into winning strategies.

Languages

Excellent command of English, written and spoken. Fluent Finnish is required.