Senior New Business Growth Manager

A123Systems; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A123 Systems LLC seeks a Senior Sales Manager in Novi, MI to identify, nurture and close new business opportunities, focusing on Tesla-related opportunities and long-term partnerships. This role drives growth through a strategic NBO funnel and cross-functional collaboration.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in sales leadership, strong industry networks, and proven ability to present to executives. Travel domestically and internationally is expected as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business, marketing, engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years in progressive sales manager capacities.
• Experience selling into decision-makers at Tesla and related brands/tech stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical and communication skills.
• Experience preparing and delivering presentations to executive leadership.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and CRM systems.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic New Business Opportunity funnel to support corporate growth objectives.
• Prospect, identify and qualify new customers; maintain a high-probability pipeline.
• Execute corporate business strategies and new product launches to drive growth.
• Represent A123 at networking events and industry shows to build brand awareness.
• Establish relationships between customer decision-makers and A123 leadership.
• Own negotiations from lead generation to closure and coordinate with internal teams for customized proposals.
• Provide timely responses to inquiries; ensure warranty, service and expectations are communicated.
• Report sales initiatives, status, progress and forecasts; prepare periodic analyses.

Skills

Strategic sales

Account management

CRM

Negotiation

Executive presentations

Networking

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in business/engineering

Tools

CRM software

Job description

A123 Systems LLC seeks a Senior Sales Manager in Novi, MI to identify, nurture and close new business opportunities, focusing on Tesla-related opportunities and long-term partnerships. This role drives growth through a strategic NBO funnel and cross-functional collaboration.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in sales leadership, strong industry networks, and proven ability to present to executives. Travel domestically and internationally is expected as part of the role.