Sales Manager, Charging Solutions – South West Germany

Daimler Buses Solutions GmbH

Sales Manager for Depot Charging Solutions in South West Germany. Focused on developing customer relationships and managing charging infrastructure projects.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeMannheim • 🇩🇪 GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sales and business development within the electromobility and charging infrastructure sectors, with a strong focus on customer relationship management and strategic decision support. Proficient in negotiating contracts and developing tailored solutions that meet complex customer needs.

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Sales Strategy DevelopmentCustomer Relationship ManagementNegotiation SkillsElectromobility ExpertiseProposal Preparation

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Hard Skills

Business DevelopmentKey Account ManagementTechnical Solution DevelopmentContract NegotiationProposal ProcessesCapital Goods SalesInfrastructure Project ManagementCustomer Needs AnalysisFunding Program IdentificationClosing Deals

Soft Skills

Communicative PersonalitySales-Oriented MindsetTeamworkFlexibilityInitiative

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree in Business AdministrationDegree in EngineeringCommercial Vocational QualificationTechnical Vocational Qualification

Industry Keywords

ElectromobilityCharging InfrastructureEnergy SupplyConstruction ProjectsTechnical InfrastructureConsulting-Intensive ServicesTendersProposal Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

You acquire new customers for our charging infrastructure solutions and develop existing customer relationships for the long term.
You build long-term partnerships with customers and understand their technical, operational, and commercial requirements.
You analyze customer needs and, together with internal and external specialists, develop tailored solution concepts for charging infrastructure projects.
You support customers from the initial contact through needs assessment and concept development to contract signing and subsequent handover to the project team.
You position yourself as a trusted advisor and support customers in strategic decisions related to electromobility, infrastructure development, and depot concepts.
You coordinate the preparation of proposals, profitability assessments, and technical solution concepts.
You develop and implement sales strategies for your region and identify new potential with existing and new customers.
You conduct contract and price negotiations through to successful closing.
You represent Daimler Buses Solutions at customer meetings, events, and trade shows.
You identify suitable funding programs and support customers in applying for and implementing the corresponding funding measures.

Requirements

What you’ll need

You have at least 3 years of experience in sales, business development, key account management, or in supporting complex customers with technically sophisticated products or services.
You hold a degree in business administration or engineering, or alternatively a commercial and/or technical vocational qualification.
You bring experience in selling capital goods, technical system solutions, infrastructure projects, or consulting-intensive services.
Ideally, you have experience working with tenders and proposal processes.
You have prior exposure to electromobility, charging infrastructure, energy supply, construction projects, or technical infrastructure.
You have a proven track record in acquiring new customers and expanding long-term customer relationships.
You are able to bring together various internal and external stakeholders.
You are a communicative and sales-oriented personality who enjoys approaching people, building customer relationships, and developing new business opportunities.
You present yourself confidently, communicate persuasively at different levels, and can win over both technical and commercial stakeholders for your ideas.
You possess negotiation skills, a strong ability to close deals, and entrepreneurial thinking.
You work independently and feel comfortable in a dynamic environment.
You are willing to travel regularly to customer meetings within your region (approx. 2 days per week) and, if required, across Germany.
You have very good German and English language skills.
You demonstrate a high degree of initiative, teamwork, and flexibility.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation: We offer competitive pay for those who keep the world moving.
Strong development: We support your professional development so we can jointly keep the world moving.
Flexible work-life balance: With us you have the flexibility to balance your professional and private life while helping to keep the world moving.
Comprehensive additional benefits: Our comprehensive benefits are designed to best support everyone who keeps the world moving.
Performance bonus: Our bonus program provides meaningful recognition through a performance-based annual bonus of up to 30% of your salary.