BESS Business Development Manager (m / f / d)

LG Energy Solution leads the future eco-friendly energy industry by developing distinguished materials and next-generation batteries. As an international chemical-based battery company, we are leading the global lithium-ion battery market. We have become a global player in the EV and energy storage system (ESS) battery sector. Based on our unparalleled technologies, we are actively developing new products and procuring global battery production capacities to enhance our dominance in the next generation energy market.

BESS Business Development Manager (m / f / d)

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business Development Manager specializing in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to join our growing team. This role is integral to identifying new customer opportunities, building relationships with key stakeholders, and driving sales growth in the rapidly evolving BESS sector.

• Identify, evaluate, and develop new business opportunities in the utility-scale and industrial BESS markets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with project developers, EPCs, utilities, IPPs, and technology partners.
• Conduct market research to track trends, policy changes, competitor activities, and customer needs.
• Lead end-to-end deal structuring, from lead generation through to contract negotiation and closing.
• Develop strategic partnerships and channel networks to expand BESS market reach.
• Support project pipeline development by collaborating with engineering, finance, and legal teams.
• Represent the company at trade shows, conferences, and industry events to promote offerings and brand visibility.
• Contribute to go-to-market strategy, pricing models, and value proposition development.
• Work with internal proposal and pre-sales teams to deliver tailored technical and commercial offers.
• Report on KPIs, sales forecasts, and business development metrics to Sales head.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Energy Systems, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in business development, project engineering, or solution engineering, preferably in the energy sector (BESS).
• Strong understanding of BESS system components : batteries, PCS, EMS, HVAC, fire suppression systems, and integration with renewable energy sources.
• Professional German and Englisch Language.
• Excellent technical writing, editing, and presentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiar with engineering design tools.
• Highly preferred the experience in BESS System Integration field.

We offer you a challenging, responsible and varied job in a modern, fast growing, international corporation. You can expect a collegial working environment with flat hierarchies and reasonable scope for action and decision-making. You will receive exciting personal and professional development opportunities as well as competitive basic salary and performance-based compensation, travel allowance, additional food vouchers and daily breakfast. Another advantage is our flexible working time system.

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