Key Account Director (Utility Scale BESS)

Reference: 1799423303_1794474180

Key Account Director (Utility Scale BESS & C&I)

DACH & Nordics & UK

Responsibilities:

  • Development of key accounts and projects in DACH and Northern Europe.
  • Sales of large battery energy storage systems BESS mainly to big utilities, independent power producers, project developers, EPC contractors and investors.
  • Leading tenders and contract negotiations
  • Working with technical teams on grid requirements and performance.
  • Management of pipeline and forecasts.
  • Reporting to the Head of Utility Scale BESS

Requirements:

  • 10+ years in energy or infrastructure sales, with major deals and long sales cycles. A demonstrable local network.
  • Knowledge of storage, renewables or electrical infrastructure.
  • Fluent English - additionally, fluent German strongly preferred.
  • Readiness to travel around 50% of the time

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Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Added 12/11/2026
Reference: 1799423303_1794474180

Key Account Director (Utility Scale BESS)

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