BESS Sales Manager – Italy

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Taylor Hopkinson

Job description

Taylor Hopkinson is recruiting a Sales Manager for a leading global provider of energy storage systems (BESS) to expand the company’s presence in Italy.Responsibilities:

Evaluate the needs of upcoming projects and build a solid pipeline of qualified opportunities aligned with business objectives.
Lead initiatives to expand the company’s presence in the energy storage sector, with a particular focus on Utility Scale projects. Take responsibility for securing contracts and ensuring timely payment collection.
Track developments in the energy storage market and assess competitor strategies to support pricing optimisation, product innovation, and the introduction of new offerings.
Foster strong partnerships with strategic clients through regular on-site visits. Understand their evolving needs and coordinate internal resources to provide tailored solutions.
Work closely with a range of stakeholders, including customers, partners, suppliers, and contractors, to ensure that project milestones are met and delivery schedules are adhered to.
Act as the face of the company at local project sites, serving as the key liaison for customers and external partners throughout project execution.

Requirements:

At least 5 years in a sales or business development role, ideally within the energy storage or broader energy industry.
Solid understanding of battery energy storage systems or power infrastructure is essential. A strong network that includes top-tier customers, EPCs, and IPPs is highly desirable.
Proven ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships. Must demonstrate accountability, proactive communication, and customer-centric thinking.
Fluency in Italian (native level) and strong proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
Must be open to frequent travel throughout Italy, with up to 50-60% of the role involving on-site presence.