Lead Sales Manager (m/f/d)

Global Offshore Sales is responsible for all sales related activities from early engagement, to bidding and negotiation until hand-over to Construction upon the completed closure of a contract. The wider team consists of a diverse group of motivated employees covering the globe, alongside a team that provides bid management and sales support.

Responsibilties:

• Face the customers throughout the entire sales process
• Be the head of negotiations including all aspects related to the commercial contract with support from relevant subject matter experts
• Direct the commercial parts and be the overall responsible for the bidding and contracting strategy to ensure an attractive but risk balanced offer
• Relationship building with customers and other stakeholders internally/externally
• Be accountable for the customer dialogue throughout the complete sales process and own the relationship of important accounts together with other stakeholders in Vestas

Qualifications:

• Significant interest and enthusiasm to work within renewables and specifically offshore wind
• Bachelor's degree in business administration (or similar), coupled with relevant professional and project management experience, ideally within the wind energy, power plants, infrastructure or the construction industry
• Understanding of the commercial and technical aspects of complex products and ability to translate this knowledge into a contractual context
• Experience with long-term sales processes and will be required to deliver results in a matrix organisation selling large-scale projects
• Experience with Yellow FIDIC Book
• Fluent English required, Polish language skills would be a significant asset

Competencies:

• Demonstrate significant ability to effectively deliver results on high stake projects under complex and varying conditions
• Advanced communication skills and ability to build support from internal stakeholders and work effectively in a matrix organization
• Capable to take discussions and influence Executive Management
• Comfortable to take discussions with C-Level Contacts with the largest customers

Your benefits – because your contribution counts:

• Start & Perspective: Structured onboarding program and a permanent employment contract with long-term prospects 
• Development & Skills: Varied work in a forward-looking industry and individual opportunities for professional growth
• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Overtime account, option to work from home up to 8 days per month, 30 days of vacation plus Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve off, and the option for a sabbatical 
• Add-Ons: Business bike, gym allowance, company pension plan, Germany-wide train ticket (Deutschlandticket) 
• Team & Culture: Scandinavian-inspired with flat hierarchies, informal culture, and great team spirit

Our commitment to a fair hiring.

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DEIB Statement

 
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

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About Vestas

 
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 39,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. 
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. 
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