BESS Business Development Manager - Germany at FlexGen

, , Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Development, Energy Storage, Project Sales, Customer Management, Conflict Resolution, Problem Solving, Communication, Technical Solutions, Commercial Negotiations, Electric Power, Renewable Energy, Software Solutions, Market Strategies, Utility Relationships, BESS Asset Management, Salesforce

Industry

Software Development

Description

Position Description: The BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) Business Development Manager – Europe, Germany is responsible for leading a business development function in Europe and is a key leader within FlexGen. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, Europe this individual is expected to work broadly and collaboratively across FlexGen to achieve innovative growth agenda to deliver energy storage solutions to large energy users. Specifically, this revenue generating role will be a critical partner to product development, delivery, and customer success areas of the business. In addition, the manager will work closely with software engineers, electrical engineers, and other internal teams to ensure appropriate and optimal deal structuring and project partnership exists. Major Job Responsibilities: Cultivating relationships with utilities, power producers, investment funds, developers, asset owners and channel partners Evaluating, defining & executing business development strategies Assessing and originating utility-scale storage project sales across Germany Developing and executing on outreach strategies with major market players, as well as prospective customers and strategic partners Leading the preparation of commercial and technical solutions for FlexGen customers and business partners Travel to customer and project sites (~60%) Position Requirements: A track record of distributed energy project development, or providing software and solutions to support portfolios of BESS assets Cultivating relationships with utilities, BESS asset owners, BESS developers and channel partners Assessing and originating utility-scale storage project sales across Germany and other European countries Experience with electric power, renewable energy (solar, wind, and battery), industrial communication, or electrical service Ability to effectively communicate in formal and informal settings, both internal and customer-related Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving skills Minimum degree level qualification, engineering or technical field preferred Minimum of 5 years of working experience, with at least 2 years in sales or business development Exposure to commercial energy negotiations, electricity market / resource planning analysis, and/or new market entry strategy preferred Customer management experience Exposure to power industry, battery storage, power converters, power system design and/or battery energy storage controls or ecosystem software. High proficiency with Office, Excel, Power Point, and customer resource management programs (i.e. salesforce.com) Speaking business German is essential but other European languages would be a distinct advantage All application materials (resume/CV and cover letter) must be submitted in English for consideration. FlexGen provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, FlexGen complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. FlexGen expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. To the extent permitted by law, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

The BESS Business Development Manager is responsible for leading business development in Europe, focusing on energy storage solutions for large energy users. This role involves cultivating relationships with various stakeholders and executing business development strategies.