Commercial Sales Manager - Austria
An exciting opportunity has arisen to contribute to Haier Europe. The Company is on a journey to achieve ambitious business growth and leadership objectives in the region, and we need someone who is passionate, proactive, self-driven and motivated to join a team of open-minded individuals.
What You Will Do
We are seeking a Commercial Sales Manager with strong technical-commercial expertise in commercial & industrial (C&I) solar and energy storage solutions to join our European team. In this role, you will drive business development and customer acquisition in the Swiss market, focusing on larger PV systems, hybrid solutions, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) with Energy Management Solutions.
You will partner closely with EPCs, installers, distributors, and development companies, positioning the Haier Energy portfolio as a leading choice in the C&I renewable energy sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead commercial development for C&I PV and BESS solutions within Switzerland
- Build and expand strong relationships with EPCs, developers, installers, and strategic distributors
- Identify business opportunities, qualify projects, and drive them through the full sales cycle
- Provide technical and commercial proposals and guidance for larger PV and hybrid system designs
- Conduct professional product presentations, partner training, and negotiations with key stakeholders
- Support customers in project feasibility, bid submissions, and technical compliance
- Work in close alignment with Technical Support, Product Management, and European Sales Leadership
- Track market intelligence and competitor offerings to strengthen Haier's positioning in the C&I space
- Represent Haier Energy at industry events, exhibitions, and partner engagements in Austria
What You Need To Succeed
Minimum 3 years of experience in commercial sales within the solar or broader renewable energy industry
Proven experience selling C&I PV, BESS, and inverter-based systems
- Strong business acumen with a results-driven approach and ability to manage long sales cycles
- Self-motivated, structured, and comfortable working independently while collaborating across teams
Fluent in German with strong English skills; French/Italian are a plus
Willing to travel across Austria and occasionally within Europe
What We Offer
- Permanent role within a fast-growing global energy technology company
- Strategic responsibility for developing the C&I and storage market in Austria
- Strong career growth opportunities in the expanding renewable energy sector
- Supportive, international team culture with modern tools and product innovations
- Reporting to: Head of Sales Italy
Home office in Austria, with frequent customer travel
Haier Europe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.