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Did you know that industrial heat accounts for 40% of global emissions? At Kraftblock, we are revolutionizing how industries transition to renewable energy with our high-temperature thermal energy storage technology. We are now looking for a Sales Manager for Southern Europe, ideally based in Spain or Portugal, to accelerate our growth in key markets.
As a Sales Manager, you are a proactive sales professional with strong technical expertise and deep industry insight. You bring a solid engineering background and understand the challenges and requirements of large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects.
What will you do?
- Drive inbound and outbound sales activities in Southern Europe
- Act as the primary contact for customers throughout the sales cycle
- Identify and develop new opportunities for our thermal battery in industries such as energy production, oil & gas, steel, food & beverage, and other heavy industries
- Represent Kraftblock at regional industry events, conferences, and trade shows
- Lead customer interactions and design-in processes with support from our engineering team
- Understand the grid business potential for green energy solutions
- Monitor the regulatory landscape and subsidy mechanisms in your region
- Contribute to our internationalization strategy in Europe, especially in the Iberian Peninsula, France, and Italy
- Manage and achieve sales targets
- Participate in a 6–8 week onboarding program at our headquarters in Sulzbach, Germany
- Visit our HQ regularly (at least twice a year)
What do we expect from you?
You are a strategic thinker and natural relationship builder passionate about technical innovation and sustainability. You bring :5+ years of experience in sales, business development, or project development in industries like energy, climate tech, oil & gas, steel, food & beverage, or related heavy industriesStrong understanding of EPC business models, industrial systems, and infrastructure projectsAn engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification (preferred but not mandatory)Experience with renewable energy technologies and decarbonization solutionsBasic understanding of electricity grids and their role in energy transitionFamiliarity with subsidies, grant schemes, and regulatory frameworks relevant to energy and industry sectorsHigh initiative, accountability, and ability to work independently and cross-functionallyFluent in English and Spanish (French is a plus)Willingness to travel frequently within your regionBased in Spain or Portugal (mandatory)We offer a permanent contract, remote-friendly work, competitive pension plan, development opportunities, and a collaborative, innovative environment. Join Kraftblock and help shape the future of renewable energy!
Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
Employment type : Full-time
Job function : Industries Administrative and Support Services
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