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The Sales Manager C&I Turnkey Solutions will be responsible for closing turnkey contracts for Commercial & Industrial (C&I) PV+BESS solutions, initially focusing on Italy and Germany. This role plays a key part in driving revenue and achieving pre-set sales targets based on market conditions. Preferably based in Italy, the position reports to the Director C&I Storage Turnkey Europe.
The ideal candidate has proven experience in selling C&I Turnkey Solutions, with a strong technical and commercial background. This includes preparing detailed, commercially and technically sound proposals for off-takers, in close alignment with the Commercial Manager for Budgeting and Design. A deep understanding of market dynamics, as well as a track record of successfully negotiating and closing C&I turnkey contracts, is essential. Additionally, the candidate should be able to seamlessly integrate into the global sales organization, collaborating effectively with the international team.
In this role, you will:
Manage and expand existing customer relationships while actively developing new business opportunities within the targeted markets and segments.
Identify, qualify, and pursue high-potential sales opportunities to drive market and revenue growth.
Provide detailed commercial and technical proposals to customers, ensuring alignment with internal teams.
Lead end-to-end contract negotiations, securing C&I PV+BESS Turnkey agreements.
Take full responsibility for achieving set sales targets and revenue goals for C&I Turnkey Solutions.
Maintain in-depth knowledge of the competitive landscape, including service offerings, component solutions, and market differentiators.
Monitor and analyze market trends, regulatory developments, and political frameworks affecting energy storage in designated market segments.
Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and team members, including business development, commercial, project execution and other internal functions to ensure seamless project execution.
Leverage market feedback to enhance turnkey product offerings, pricing strategies, and go-to-market approaches.
7 + years of experience in Sales & Business Development within the C&I Turnkey Projects space.
Track record of delivering turnkey solutions in the C&I PV+BESS segment with a network of existing relationships across the USA.
Deep technical experience within the Energy Storage space; Engineering studies preferred.
Experience with value selling and designing an account penetration strategy/plan.
Familiar with the respective interests of the players in the different solar sectors.
High proficiency tracking sales activities within a CRM System.
Strong sales skills, including expertise in the sales process, developing and executing effective strategies, presenting comprehensive sales proposals, negotiating complex contracts, and closing deals.
Result driven, focused on using data to drive performance and face to face customer interactions.
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