Sales Manager

Executive Integrity; Germany (OH); Remote; USD 70,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clean technology innovator is seeking a Sales Manager with expertise in Battery Energy Storage Systems. This role involves driving sales in DACH markets, leveraging existing networks, and collaborating with product development teams. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in the battery industry and excellent English and German communication skills. The position offers remote work options and a performance-based compensation plan.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

30 days of annual leave

Performance-based compensation plan

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of proven experience in battery industry or related fields.
• Sales track record within high-growth environments.
• Strong network leverage abilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales excellence in DACH markets focusing on Battery Energy Storage Systems.
• Convert inbound and outbound leads with technical expertise.
• Collaborate with product development teams for customer insights.

Skills

Sales expertise in battery industry

Network within BESS and automotive OEMs

Bilingual communication skills (English, German)

Job description

Job details

Job title: Sales Manager - Battery Storage & SaaS

Location: Remote (within Europe) or office-based in Aachen, Germany

Overview

Our client is a unique and award-winning clean technology innovator, empowering the global battery industry to become safer, more reliable and more sustainable. Their cutting-edge cloud platform drastically improves battery performance across electric vehicles and grid storage systems. With strong growth and a vibrant international team, they are motivated and determined to drive a clean energy future.

What will you be doing?

• Driving sales excellence by expanding presence in DACH markets, with a strong focus on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

• Converting both inbound and outbound leads with assured technical expertise in battery-related topics

• Collaborating closely with product development teams to provide creative customer insights that influence product optimisation

• Generating strong market intelligence through research, competitor analysis, and identifying unexplored opportunities

• Working hand-in-hand with executive leadership, Sales & Solution Engineering, Marketing, and Customer Success to deliver successful outcomes

• Playing a brave and inspired role in shaping a greener future by influencing how batteries are used worldwide

Are you the ideal candidate?

• Qualified with at least 2 years of proven experience in the battery industry (ideally BESS), e-mobility, or renewable SaaS sales

• A successful sales track record within start-up or high-growth environments

• A strong existing network within BESS and/or automotive OEMs, with the ability to leverage contacts into opportunities

• A methodical, structured approach to sales with entrepreneurial drive and focus on results

• Strategic yet hands-on, with a motivated and team-oriented personality

• Excellent business-level English AND German communication and negotiation skills

What's in it for you?

• A strong impact role in a collaborative, high-growth, international environment

• The opportunity to shape the scope of your role depending on expertise and ambitions

• Trust-based, flexible working hours and 30 days of annual leave

• An extra day off for Rose Monday (Carnival)

• Performance-based compensation plan

• Your choice: remote work across Europe, co-working space near you, or their vibrant office in Aachen

• Exciting company events including two 5-day onsite gatherings per year plus regular remote team activities

• Personal development plan with budget to fuel your growth and keep you refreshed

• The chance to make a direct impact on sustainability and be part of a determined mission shaping the energy future

Who are we?

Executive Integrity is a global executive search and recruitment consultancy for a more sustainable world with a focus on talent within the Maritime and Renewable Energy sectors. We give a proportion of all our profits to Renewable World, a charity that develops affordable and innovative renewable energy solutions to poverty-stricken communities.