Sales Manager

Energizing a new world with Exide Technologies

Exide Technologies (www.exidegroup.com) is an internationally leading provider of innovative and sustainable battery storage solutions for automotive and industrial applications. With more than 135 years of experience, Exide has developed and globally marketed innovative batteries and systems, contributing to the energy transition and driving a cleaner future. Exide Technologies' culture and strategy are centred on recycling, sustainability, and environmental responsibility. The company has 11 manufacturing and 3 recycling facilities across Europe, ensuring resilience and a low CO2 footprint with a local supply chain. With a team of 5,000 employees, we provide €1.6bn energy storage solutions and services to customers worldwide, every year.

Exide Technologies' Energy Solutions division is developing and manufacturing stationary energy storage batteries, from backup power to large-scale storage systems. Exide´s technology portfolio spans from multiple lead-acid over to lithium-ion technologies supporting the global energy transition and digitalization.

Exide's Motion division develops top-quality traction batteries and chargers for electric vehicles. Our innovative lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries, power material-handling vehicles and robotics. We serve the OEMs, projects and the replacement market with our and our customer's top brands.

About the job:

Covering both Energy Solutions and Motion (Motive Power) sales in Adelaide, SA, at the earliest possible date we are looking for a: Sales Manager.

Reporting to the Director of Sales, Energy Solutions Australasia your mission will be to achieve sales plans for the SA/NT region whilst enhancing the reputation of Exide Technologies as an ethical supplier of quality products. You will build strong customer relations with existing customers and expand the customer base.

What will your daily responsibilities include in this role?

• Gain a thorough understanding of Exide's product offerings and the market within which they operate. Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy for the SA/NT region to achieve revenue and profitability targets.
• Identify new business development opportunities to expand the customer base and increase market share in the SA/NT region.
• Lead SA/NT Energy Solutions and Motion sales with a clear purpose in line with the budget and region objectives and work collaboratively with all key stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Provide technical and commercial assistance to all customers to guarantee all safety and performance regulations are met.
• In time, develop and enhance your technical product knowledge across the major chemical systems offered by the company, including Exide's BESS offering. Develop a sound understanding of the basic functionality of said chemical systems.
• Develop and optimise the current and future business channels within the Energy Solutions/BESS and Motion SA/NT segment to maximise profit and cash flow.
• SA branch operations and responsibilities will also form part of the role.
• Work always to foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

What we ask for:

• 5+ years' proven sales management experience in an industrial environment.
• Proven track record of developing new business opportunities in the Australian region for Industrial applications.
• Knowledge of industrial battery, Telecoms, UPS, Utility or Solar markets essential. An understanding of the Motion (Motive Power) market well regarded.
• Degree qualification or relevant industry experience preferred but not essential. Trade qualification (electrical) accepted.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

What we offer:

We offer you a challenging, responsible and varied job in a modern, fast-growing division within an International Corporation. You can expect a highly collegial working environment with a reasonable scope for action and decision-making. You will benefit from exciting personal and professional development opportunities, additional corporate well-being initiatives, and several key benefits, including:

• The opportunity to gain valuable experience within a large international corporation and the possibility to grow in an international environment.
• Competitive salary package, company car and incentive plan.
• Employee Assistance program.
• Service recognition program.
• Professional growth possibilities & learning opportunities.
• A real perspective of working in a dynamic environment.

Working with us means being engaged and agile. Our culture of continuous learning and commitment to sustainability and diversity create an environment where you can grow your skills and your career.

Feel free to apply if you think you meet the criteria and are excited to join our project. Please submit your application along with an updated CV. A member of our Selection team will reach out to you. Best of luck

Our energy: It's you Together, we will be transforming the energy sector.

Exide is an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.

Exide is committed to sustainability and value creation, respecting the planet's limits and fostering positive change for both the environment and people within the global energy storage system.

Exide Technologies – Energizing a new world