Senior Sales Manager

The Second Foundation Group is an international energy trading company with around 350 employees based in Prague (Czech Republic), Zug (Switzerland), Mainz and Berlin (Germany), Charlotte (USA), and Tokyo (Japan). We specialize in the physical trading of electricity across 21 markets in Europe, North America, and Asia. 

We focus on integrating and optimally marketing renewable energies and battery storage within the electricity market. Since 2023, the Second Foundation Group has been investing in its assets, particularly battery storage systems. With a portfolio of 15 battery storage projects with a capacity of over 500 MW, our next goal is to establish ourselves as a leading owner and operator of battery storage systems in Germany. Innovative and efficient storage solutions pave the way for deeper integration of renewable energy sources.   

To achieve this task, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. The Second Foundation Group employs some of the brightest minds from various disciplines, such as computer science, mathematics, and economics, to solve seemingly unsolvable problems in the energy markets. We empower people to grow, explore new ideas, and thrive as part of a team that values innovation and mutual support. With room to think freely and act independently, you’ll work on impactful projects, far from the constraints of traditional corporate setups. 

As B2B Senior Sales Manager at Second Foundation - Berlin office, you will actively write our success story in the energy transition. Together with your team, you will bring our trading and balancing energy services to the operators of battery storage systems, biogas plants, CHP plants and other flexible producers and consumers. With our technical expertise and proven trading algorithms, we offer you a convincing basis for successful sales. 

What you would work on? 

• Leading sales activities for our Renewables and Battery energy storage portfolio. 
• Contributing to the development and implementation of sales strategies for our ‘Route-to-market for renewables and for our BESS optimization offering. 
• Identifying and acquiring new customers in the field of renewables energy and battery storage. 
• Independently conducting contract negotiations and designing individual marketing solutions. 
• Building and maintaining long-term customer relationships with operators, project developers and investors. 
• Creating compelling offers and presentations based on concrete performance data from our existing portfolio. 
• Analyzing customer requirements and working closely with our analytics team to develop tailored marketing strategies. 
• Representing Second Foundation at conferences, trade fairs and industry events. 
• Monitoring market developments and competitor activities. 

What makes you a great candidate? 

• Professional experience in B2B sales in the renewable energy sector. 
• In-depth understanding of energy markets and trading products. 
• Strong technical understanding of renewable power plants and storage technologies. 
• Excellent presentation and negotiation skills. 
• Initiative, entrepreneurial thinking and goal-oriented approach. 
• Willingness to travel within Germany. 
• Fluent German and at least basic English language skills. 

What we offer? 

• Competitive remuneration package with attractive variable component. 
• Working with absolute experts in algorithmic trading. 
• Flexible working hours and home office options. 
• High-end work equipment (devices optionally from Apple, Samsung, Lenovo). 
• Short decision-making paths and rapid development opportunities. 
• Individual training opportunities.