Key Account Manager - France

Sungrow Europe; Lyon; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Advancement Opportunities

Multinational Team

Travel Opportunities

Sustainable Mobility Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Wellness Pass (Gympass)

Great Place to Work Certification

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company is seeking a Key Account Manager for France. In this role, you will drive sales strategy, build relationships with industry partners, and oversee key projects. The ideal candidate should have a strong commercial background, solid sales experience, and proficiency in both French and English. This position involves significant travel across France. Join us to be part of a transformative mission in the clean energy sector!

Qualifications

• Strong commercial and technical background.
• Solid experience in sales and marketing.
• Confidence to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales strategy with Distributors in France.
• Build relationships with Installers, Developers, and EPCs.
• Identify new sales opportunities and strategic partnerships.

Skills

Sales strategy development

Relationship building

Leadership

Commercial awareness

English (B2)

French (C1/C2)

Job description

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Your mission

At SUNGROW, we don’t just talk about diversity - we live it. We’re building an inclusive, future‑forward workplace where talent from all walks of life can thrive and shape a more sustainable world. Now’s your chance to be part of something big. Join a global leader in renewable energy and help power the transformation of the clean energy industry – smarter, faster, greener. We’re on the lookout for a BESS C&I Business Development Manager – a strategic go‑getter ready to boost our commercial impact in France.

Your Main Tasks

• Drive sales strategy with Distributors in France.
• Build relationships with Installers, Developers, and EPCs.
• Co‑develop smart solutions with EMS specialists.
• Oversee projects from tender to commissioning.
• Spot trends, tech, and market opportunities.
• Align with global teams to scale our impact.
• Represent SUNGROW at key industry events and trade shows.
• Identify new sales opportunities and strategic partnerships.

Your profile

• Strong commercial and technical background.
• Solid experience in sales and marketing.
• Confidence to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Leadership skills to unite and motivate teams.
• Good English level (minimum B2).
• Fluent/Native French (C1/C2).
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast‑changing environment.
• Willingness to travel regularly across France (more than 50% of the time) and occasionally within Europe and to China.

Why us?

At Our Company, We Believe In Supporting Our Employees’ Well‑being And Professional Growth. By Joining Our Team, You Will Benefit From

• Career Advancement Opportunities: As we experience rapid growth in the EMEA region, there are abundant opportunities for career progression.
• Multinational Team: Work within a diverse and inclusive environment that fosters collaboration and innovation.
• Travel Opportunities: Engage in travel within Europe for training sessions and to attend renewable energy events.
• Visit Our R&D Facilities: Experience our cutting‑edge research and development facilities in China.
• Sustainable Mobility Benefits: Benefit from our sustainable mobility package, which includes financial support for commuting via bike.
• Health Benefits: Enjoy comprehensive health coverage, with 100% of health benefits paid by the company, ensuring your well‑being is prioritized.
• Wellness Pass (Gympass): Access our wellness pass, providing financial support for activities that enhance your health and work‑life balance.
• Great Place to Work Certification: Be part of a company recognized as a Great Place to Work in 2024, reflecting our commitment to creating a supportive and engaging workplace.

About Us

We are a green tech company with young creative minds. We are fighting every day to make our mission happen – Clean Power for All! With 870+GW of clean power presently installed worldwide, we are on the road to success! Founded in 1997 by University Professor Cao Renxian, Sungrow is a leader in the research and development of solar inverters with the largest dedicated R&D team in the industry and a broad product portfolio offering PV inverter solutions and energy storage systems for utility‑scale, commercial & industrial, and residential applications, as well as internationally recognized floating PV plant solutions, NEV driving solutions, EV charging solutions and renewable hydrogen production systems.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Oil and Gas

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