Job Summary
The Sales & Marketing Manager is responsible for developing, expanding, and managing strategic customer relationships across Tesla's Automotive, Energy Storage, and Solar divisions. This role focuses on high‑value accounts that drive significant revenue, long‑term growth, and strategic market influence. The leader will deliver customer engagement programs that strengthen satisfaction, retention, and cross‑portfolio sales opportunities while representing Tesla's ecosystem. This position requires regular travel to customer sites, project locations, and Tesla facilities.
Key Accountabilities
Identify, develop, and grow key accounts across Tesla Automotive, Energy, and Solar product lines.
Build long‑term, trust‑based customer relationships by resolving issues quickly, introducing innovative solutions, and delivering exceptional service.
Conduct strategic account planning to understand customer needs, market challenges, and expansion opportunities across all Tesla offerings.
Partner with customers to design and implement multiyear, scalable supply‑chain solutions.
Sales Leadership & Revenue Growth
Achieve targets related to revenue growth, profitability, customer retention, and cross‑product adoption.
Drive new business development by positioning Tesla's full ecosystem—EVs, charging, solar, and energy storage—as an integrated value proposition.
Lead contract negotiations, manage contract requirements, and ensure internal teams deliver on commitments.
Customer Engagement & Relationship Management
Conduct quarterly business reviews with key customers and suppliers to evaluate performance, identify opportunities, and strengthen partnerships.
Maintain proactive communication to ensure customer expectations are met and exceeded.
Collaborate with Inside Sales, Credit, Quality, and Operations to ensure seamless customer experience.
Performance Management & Continuous Improvement
Review performance metrics monthly and drive continuous improvement initiatives across sales, service, and delivery.
Proactively manage line of balance and identify cost, schedule, or operational risks.
Develop and execute risk mitigation strategies to ensure successful project and product delivery.
Market Strategy & Planning
Develop a comprehensive market plan with measurable goals, action steps, and performance benchmarks.
Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and customer insights to refine sales and marketing strategies.
Support Tesla's brand presence through customer events, product demonstrations, and industry engagement.
Operational & Safety Responsibilities
Work directly with or around production equipment, assembly halls, and motor vehicle equipment in accordance with Tesla's safety standards.
Demonstrate a strong safety mindset and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and company policies.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this job. It is not to be interpreted as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
This position has been identified as safety sensitive by thyssenkrupp under applicable laws. Accordingly, any application for this position that is considered for employment with thyssenkrupp requires successful completion of pre‑employment drug testing, which may include testing for marijuana in accordance with any applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
High School Diploma / GED
Equivalent combination of education and sales experience in lieu of a college degree
Five or more years of sales experience
Strong knowledge of company product line
Outstanding sales, negotiation and customer service skills
Strong communications and relationship building skills
Ability to work effectively with Regional Managers, Inside Sales, Credit, Quality and others internally to resolve customer issues / meet customer needs
Demonstrated safety awareness and commitment
Preferred Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree
Eight to ten years’ sales experience
Benefits Overview
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Life Insurance and Disability
Voluntary Wellness Programs
401(k) and RRSP programs with Company Match
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Tuition ReimbursementAnd more!
Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or TK representative for applicable benefits information.
Equal opportunity employer, including people with disabilities and veterans. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. For those requiring assistance completing the application or the application process and request information relating to the need for accommodation, please contact reasonableaccommodation@thyssenkrupp.com.
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Sales & Marketing Manager - Tesla Automotive, Energy & Solar
ThyssenKrupp Materials NA Inc · Richburg, SC, USA ·
- Job type:
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