Service Sales Manager

Vestas; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestas is seeking a Service Sales Manager to lead account management for the UK, Ireland and Benelux regions. You will build strong customer relationships, own service sales targets and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver service solutions.

The role requires a track record in sales or account management, experience with contracts, and a proactive, client-focused mindset in the wind energy sector. Travel 1–3 days per week is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales or account management, ideally in services or aftermarket.
• Ability to develop value propositions and negotiate service contracts.
• Knowledge of wind energy or related sectors is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships as the primary commercial contact for service activities.
• Own and deliver service sales targets through new contracts, renewals and upsell opportunities.
• Develop account strategies aligned with customer needs and long-term partnership goals.
• Collaborate with sales, operations, technical, legal and finance teams to deliver service solutions.
• Lead commercial negotiations and manage risk while ensuring competitive offerings.
• Monitor market trends and customer feedback to refine sales strategies.

Skills

Sales experience

Account management

CRM proficiency

Negotiation skills

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Business/Economics or related

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Do you have experience of working as a Sales Manager? Then Vestas has an opportunity for you!

Region NCE and Global Offshore > NCE > Service Account Mgmt. UK, Ireland & Benelux

Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialise in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. The Northern and Central Europe (NCE) North-West Service Commercial team is responsible for service-related commercial topics across UK, Ireland and Benelux onshore markets. We build strong customer relationships, manage accounts, create value propositions, and negotiate service contracts and aftermarket products. We are accountable for delivering profitable growth in line with our commercial strategy. We now seek a Service Sales Manager to join our team.

Responsibilities

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and primary commercial contact for service-related activities
• Own and deliver service sales targets through new contracts, renewals, upselling opportunities, and new business growth within assigned accounts
• Develop and execute account strategies that align with customer needs, operational performance, and long-term partnership goals
• Identify, develop, and convert opportunities for value-added services to maximise contract scope and commercial performance
• Collaborate closely with sales, operations, technical, legal, and finance teams to ensure successful delivery of service solutions and commitments
• Lead commercial negotiations for service agreements, ensuring competitive offerings while effectively managing risk
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback to continuously refine sales strategies and enhance service propositions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience
• Proven experience in sales and/or customer account management, ideally within services, aftersales, turbine sales, or long-term service-based business models
• Demonstrated entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to develop customer value propositions and deliver value-engineering solutions
• Strong experience in contract management and commercial negotiations
• Proven ability to build long-term customer relationships and develop mutually beneficial, win-win solutions
• Knowledge of the wind energy, renewable energy, power generation, or related sectors would be highly advantageous
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, with experience using Salesforce and fluency in English; additional Dutch, French, or German language skills are desirable

Competencies

• Ambitious, driven, and inquisitive professional with strong business acumen and a proactive approach to achieving results
• Customer-focused with proven sales capabilities and a solution-oriented mindset that delivers value for clients
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects while effectively engaging a wide range of stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to deliver impactful presentations
• Strong commercial awareness with a sound understanding of cost management, profitability, and risk mitigation
• Highly organised and methodical, with experience using CRM platforms such as Salesforce to manage customer engagement and sales activities
• Flexible and willing to travel as required, typically 1 to 3 days per week, to support customer relationships and business objectives

What we offer

We offer an exciting job with excellent opportunities for professional and personal development in a dynamic, high performing, international work environment in the renewable and sustainable energy sector. We highly value initiative, responsibility and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions.

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.