Sales Director BLX

Utrecht , Utrecht, Netherlands

Type: n/a

Category: Sales

Requirements: English
Company: Ampowr
Region: Utrecht , Utrecht

Who are we?

Ampowr is a leading provider of battery energy storage systems (BESS). We specialise in developing and operating advanced battery storage solutions to enable a reliable and sustainable energy future.

At Ampowr, we''re on a mission to reshape the energy sector with our innovative, sustainable solutions designed to meet the ever-increasing global demand for renewable power. As a forward-thinking company, we''re dedicated to fostering a greener, more sustainable future by tapping into the potential of renewable energy sources to deliver efficient, effective, and eco-friendly solutions.

Whom are we looking for?

Ampowr''s business in Benelux is growing at a steep speed and we''re happy to welcome new people to join the rockship! We are actively looking for an ambitious Sales Director who can capitalize on the enormous opportunities brought by Energy Storage Solutions and lead our sales strategy in BLX.

In this role, you will be responsible for leading Ampowr''s sales strategy and execution of full value-stack offerings (BESS, EMS, Energy-as-a-Service) across the Benelux.

You will also own responsibility for high-level client acquisition and partnership development, and ensure that revenue targets are met in strategic verticals such as Critical Infrastructure (Data Centers, Defense, Airports, and Transportation Infrastructure).

You will report directly to the CEO and work with a growing Sales team, featured by a healthy mix of innovation of experience, and collaborate closely with Marketing, Inside Sales, and Technical Teams.

To be successful in this role, you are expected to:

• Define and execute the Benelux sales strategy aligned with company goals.
• Lead and grow a high-performance sales team across field and inside sales.
• Drive C-level engagement with enterprise and public sector customers.
• Own high-value deal negotiation and closing.
• Build partnerships with EPCs, integrators, and energy service companies.
• Forecast revenue, manage pipeline, and track KPIs in CRM.
• Ensure compliance with Ampowrs certified frameworks (ISO27001, NIS2, etc.).
• Represent Ampowr at industry events, conferences, and government briefings.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Business Management, Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ year-experience in B2B within the energy sector (specialization in battery storage or renewable energy is preferred).
• Proficiency in English and Dutch languages.
• Strong understanding of energy markets, regulations and trends in the Netherlands.
• Passion and eagerness to explore the opportunities of BESS in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Flexibility and passion to work in a dynamic start-up environment striving for sustainability.
• Willingness to travel as required.

What do we offer?

• Competitive base salary;
• Benefits allowance to support any extra costs related to your employment;
• 70% Company contribution on pensionable salary;
• Company lease vehicle;
• Macbook and iPhone provided by the company;
• Up to 35 paid holidays per year (on the base of full-time employment);
• Opportunities for personal development (trainings, programs etc);
• A dynamic and inspiring environment, in which we give you every opportunity to challenge and prove yourself by executing your ideas.
• Work for an international company with a fun team. We have an open culture and flat organisation model where we all work together towards the same goal.
• The space to come up with your own ideas and implement them.

At Ampowr, our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to succeed. We are committed to providing an equitable and inclusive hiring process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age.

NB: Acquisition for this role is not appreciated.

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