Business Development Manager EV Charging

GAC Motor Europe; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 69,532 - 92,710; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commuting allowance

Lunch allowance

30 days annual leave

Bonus structure

Job summary

GAC Motor Europe, based in Amsterdam, is looking for a Business Development Manager focusing on EV Charging Infrastructure. This role is strategic and commercially driven, aimed at building partnerships and developing tailored charging solutions for various stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Business or related fields, significant experience in business development in the EV charging sector, and a strong understanding of charging technologies. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits while requiring cross-European travel.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, sales in EV charging or related sectors.
• Strong understanding of AC/DC charging technologies and business models.
• Fluent in English; additional languages considered a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop partnerships in the charging ecosystem.
• Analyze market trends and identify growth opportunities.
• Lead commercial negotiations with stakeholders.

Skills

Business development

Strategic partnerships

Sales experience in EV charging

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Energy Management, Automotive

Job description

About the Company

GAC MOTOR Europe is a newly established business in Amsterdam, part of Guangzhou Automobile Group, focused on sales, marketing and aftersales for passenger cars. The company is expanding its energy & charging solutions team.

About the Role

Business Development Manager – EV Charging Infrastructure, based in Amsterdam. A strategic, commercially driven position focused on building partnerships, driving market expansion, and developing tailored AC/DC charging solutions for OEMs, fleets, leasing companies and strategic partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop strategic partnerships in the charging ecosystem.
• Build and manage partnerships with automotive brands, leasing companies, fleet operators, charging network operators and mobility service providers.
• Identify new business opportunities and establish long‑term commercial relationships to expand GAC’s EV charging footprint across Europe.
• Represent GAC at industry events, customer meetings and business forums.
• Develop and execute market entry strategies for AC/DC charging solutions in new European markets.
• Analyze market trends, regulatory frameworks and customer requirements to identify growth opportunities.
• Support go‑to‑market planning, channel development and partner onboarding.
• Lead commercial negotiations with stakeholders in the charging ecosystem: pricing models, partnership structures and long‑term agreements.
• Manage contract discussions with legal, finance and executive stakeholders.
• Develop commercially viable business cases to support strategic investment decisions.
• Collaborate with R&D and product teams to customize charging solutions based on customer and OEM requirements.
• Coordinate technical integration between commercial and engineering teams; support projects from pre‑sales through implementation.
• Achieve sales targets for EV charging hardware, software services and related mobility solutions.
• Develop and manage sales pipelines, forecasts and account plans.
• Monitor KPIs and business performance to ensure sustainable revenue growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Energy Management, Automotive or related field; equivalent industry experience accepted.
• Proven experience in business development, strategic partnerships or sales in EV charging, automotive, energy or mobility sectors.
• Strong understanding of AC/DC charging technologies and charging infrastructure business models.
• Experience in commercial negotiations and contract management.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with technical and commercial stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills.
• Fluent in English; additional European languages and/or Chinese considered a plus.
• Willingness to travel across Europe.

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Commuting allowance, lunch allowance and communication allowance reimbursements.
• 30 days annual leave plus Good Friday and public holidays.
• Bonus structure above market depending on performance.

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