Distribution Sales Key Account Manager - UK & North Ireland

Sungrow Europe - Welcome traveler!; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sungrow Europe is seeking a Distribution Sales Key Account Manager for the UK & Ireland. You will shape country strategies, build and grow Irish distribution key accounts, and coordinate with local sales teams to hit targets. The role requires deep knowledge of renewables, inverter technology, and a strong sales mindset.

You will travel regularly, engaging with customers and partners to expand our distribution network across the region. The office relocation notice is noted here.

Qualifications

• Affinity to sales and distribution with 7+ years in sales/business development in renewables.
• Experience building distribution for inverter manufacturers is a plus.
• Good knowledge of photovoltaics and inverters with a strong sales background.
• Languages: English (C1); other European languages are a plus.
• Very good knowledge of MS-Office and CRM software.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for Irish distribution customized key accounts business development.
• Analyze local market capacities, requirements and demands and define market strategies.
• Develop country-specific strategies to achieve sales targets and profitability.
• Coordinate with local Distribution Sales Managers on country-specific activities.
• Develop & support new customized key customers in the Irish region.
• Manage and grow business activities of existing customers.
• Participate in conferences, exhibitions and other events.

Skills

Sales affinity

Seven years experience

MS-Office

CRM software

Education

Electrical Engineering / Business Administration / Economics or equivalent

Tools

MS-Office

CRM software

Job description

Your mission

Please note:From mid-2027, Sungrow UK’s office will permanently relocate from Milton Keynes to Birmingham.
Hey there and welcome to your new Opportunity with us.
Being a Distribution Sales Key Account Manager - UK & Irelandis an exciting task, since you are the superhero our clients need. You know what setup of our solutions will satisfy their needs, therefore, these here are your most important tasks:

• Be responsible for Irish distribution customized key accounts business development
• Analyze local market capacities, requirements and demands and define market strategies
• Develop country specific strategies in order to achieve sales targets and to increase profitability
• Coordinate with local Distribution Sales Managers country specific activities
• Develop & support new customized key customers (account development, relationship management, customized demands & implement, and lead generation) in the Irish region
• Manage and grow business activities of existing customers
• Participate in conferences, exhibitions and other events

Your profile

All right, all right, so I hope you are now aware of what is up for you, what background should you have in order to feel comfortable with this role? Keep in mind it`s all about electrical equipment, that`s why it is essential for you to have:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Business Administration, Economics or equivalent;
• Affinity to sales and distribution, with at least seven years of experience in sales or business development in the renewable industry, preferable in the inverter industry.
• Work experience to build up and successfully develop the distribution business for an inverter manufacturer would be a great benefit.
• Good knowledge of photovoltaics and inverters and in combination with strong commercial sales background.
• Languages: English C1 speaker, any other European language is a plus.
• Very good knowledge of MS-Office and CRM software.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally on a regular basis.