SOLARWATT Germany

Area sales manager

In short

This is a B2B field sales role for Solarwatt, a German solar technology manufacturer, covering a sales territory around Berlin (also hiring in Bremen and Bonn) to sell photovoltaic, storage and energy management systems to installers. It requires at least 2 years of field sales experience in the solar, electrical, storage or energy sector selling to installers, plus relevant vocational or degree qualifications. The role involves achieving sales targets, building long-term customer relationships, cross-selling, on-site training and representing the company at trade fairs. It comes with a company car, 30 days leave, pension and insurance subsidies, and a target bonus of up to 300%.

About Solarwatt
Solarwatt is one of Germany's solar pioneers and innovation drivers for efficient self-sufficiency through solar power, sustainable heating and electric mobility. We offer homeowners and commercial property owners photovoltaic systems, batteries, heat pumps and electric car charging solutions as an integrated system in premium quality, and support our customers as a strong regional partner with decades of expertise. Solarwatt covers the entire chain, from component development and contract manufacturing to PV system planning and installation, as well as servicing and maintenance at many locations in Germany.
Responsibilities
•Expand your sales territory (approx. 200 km around your place of residence; we are currently recruiting in Berlin, Bremen and Bonn) with a clear focus on sustainable growth in B2B sales to installers (two-tier sales).
•Achieve ambitious sales targets within our forward-looking sales structures and contribute to Solarwatt's growth.
•Inspire new specialist trade businesses to adopt our system and build long-term, trusting relationships with existing customers.
•Increase the potential of our partnerships through cross-selling innovative system solutions for photovoltaics, storage and energy management.
•Support and advise your customers as a partner in your sales territory and serve as a knowledgeable point of contact.
•Share knowledge and enthusiasm through practical on-site training on our products and systems.
•Represent Solarwatt at trade fairs and events—and work with us to create new momentum in the energy industry.
Requirements
•At least 2 years of professional experience in field sales in the solar, electrical, storage or energy sector, selling to installers; this is a mandatory requirement.
•You are currently working in a comparable position at a manufacturer or wholesaler.
•Completed vocational training with further qualification as a technician/master craftsperson (e.g. electrical engineering or HVAC), or as a specialist/business administrator (e.g. certified trade specialist or business specialist), or a comparable completed degree (e.g. bachelor's degree).
•A high degree of initiative and the ability to work independently.
•Strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as empathy in dealing with customers.
•Confidence in negotiations and sales ability, with a keen sense of customer needs.
•A structured approach to work, as well as goal-setting and planning skills.
Conditions & Benefits
•Permanent, full-time employment.
•Target agreement of up to 300%.
•30 days of annual leave, plus special leave for certain occasions.
•Company car (VW ID7), also for private use.
•Flexible working time model: trust-based working hours.
•Job ticket or subsidy for the Deutschland Ticket.
•JobRad bicycle scheme.
•Modern home office equipment.
•21% subsidy towards occupational disability insurance.
•21% subsidy towards company pension provision.
•Employee referral program, including hiring bonuses.
•Benefits on Solarwatt products.
•Opportunities for further training and professional development.
•Modern work equipment such as a laptop or tablet, as well as a work mobile phone that can also be used privately.

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