Business Development Manager – Energy & Power

Rittal North America LLC

Business Development Manager at Rittal, working on Energy & Power solutions and identifying new market opportunities. Collaborating with various teams to increase sales and customer engagement.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in business development and technical sales within the Energy & Power markets, with a strong focus on Electrical Components and integrated solutions. Proven ability to analyze market trends, deliver impactful presentations, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and international stakeholders.

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Business DevelopmentTechnical SalesElectrical ComponentsSAP ProficiencyMarket Analysis

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Hard Skills

Engineering BackgroundSales ExperienceElectrical ComponentsCircuit BreakersMotor StartersDrivesFuseblocksIntegrated SolutionsUse Case DevelopmentApplication Samples

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationPresentation SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAnalytical MindsetCollaborative Spirit

Tools & Technologies

SAPSalesforceMicrosoft Office SuitePDM SystemsPLM Systems

Industry Keywords

Energy Market DynamicsPower DistributionEVCIBESSData CentersRenewablesPower GridManufacturing EcosystemCross-Functional TeamsStrategic Partnerships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify and develop new business opportunities within the Energy & Power markets, including EVCI, BESS, Data Centers, renewables, and power grid sectors.
Uncover and Identify power distribution systems and projects
Identify potential Busbar bar applications
Educate Electrical Engineering personnel to introduce Busbar as a primary distribution solution
Deliver technical presentations for vertical markets and power distribution
Bring together different company resources and collaborate on large projects
Collaborate with Marketing and Product Management to shape messaging and promotional strategies for social media and sales collateral.
Build and maintain a strong network of industry contacts and strategic partners.
Represent Rittal at industry events, conferences, and customer engagements.
Lead client meetings, presentations, and follow-ups to nurture long-term relationships.
Analyze market trends and customer needs to inform strategic decisions.
Work closely with Eplan to deliver integrated solutions and maximize customer value.
Develop use cases and application samples to support sales efforts.
Serve as a liaison between U.S. operations and German headquarters to align global strategies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to travel regionally and nationally for customer visits, events, and internal meetings.
Strong background in Engineering and technical Sales
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with Electrical Components, Circuit Breakers, Motor Starters, Drives, Fuseblocks
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a dynamic environment.
Proficiency in SAP (APO PP/DS preferred), Salesforce, Microsoft Office Suite, and PDM/PLM systems.
Analytical mindset with a collaborative spirit and agile approach to change.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in business development, sales, or marketing—preferably in the manufacturing or energy sectors.
Strong understanding of the manufacturing ecosystem and energy market dynamics.
Experience working with cross-functional teams and international stakeholders.
Familiarity with integrated solutions and technical sales in energy infrastructure.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development
Bonuses
Equipment allowances