Key Account Manager - BESS & PV Inverters

Climate17; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier of renewable energy solutions is seeking a Senior Key Account Manager to penetrate the UK market. The ideal candidate will develop strategic customers, define marketing strategies, and manage accounts. Minimum 3 years of experience in technical sales or business development in the BESS and solar sectors is required. The role demands strong independent working capabilities and a willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Technical Sales or Business Development.
• Experience with inverter manufacturers preferred.
• Ability to work independently and take on responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop new strategic customers in the UK.
• Define Sales and Marketing strategies.
• Account management and cooperation with various departments.
• Attend business events and conferences.
• Prepare sales forecasts and competitive analyses.

Skills

Technical Sales Experience

Business Development

Project Development

Knowledge of BESS and Solar Projects

Travel Willingness

Education

Degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

Climate17 are partnered exclusively with a leading global supplier of utility scale Energy Storage Systems and Solar PV inverters.

With an already well-established international presence, our client is actively expanding into theUK market and are looking to recruit a Senior Key Account Manager to successfully penetratethe new market and establish them as a key supplier to the UK renewable energy industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop new strategic customers in the relevant country
• Define Sales and Marketing strategies for the respective country
• Create and optimisethe Sales process
• Account management of existing customers and close cooperation with various departments for the best solution
• Visiting customers and attending business events such as conferences and trade shows
• Preparing regular sales forecasts, reports, and competitive analysis of solutions

Requirements

• Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of experience in (Technical) Sales, Business Development, Project Development in BESS and PV industry
• Experience working for an inverter manufacturer
• Very good knowledge of BESS, solar projects and inverters
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally
• Ability to work independently and willingness to take on responsibility

About Us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.

Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

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