Energizing a new world with Exide Technologies

About us

Exide Technologies is a leading provider of innovative and sustainable battery storage solutions for industrial and automotive applications. With over 135 years of experience, 5,000 employees, and operations across Europe, we support the global energy transition through advanced energy storage technologies and a strong focus on sustainability.

Our Energy Solutions division develops and manufactures stationary battery systems, ranging from backup power to large-scale energy storage. Our portfolio includes both lead-acid and lithium-ion technologies for applications such as UPS, telecom, data centers, public transport, and renewable energy.

About the role

Exide Technologies is looking for an inquisitive and tech-savvy Key Account Manager Energy Solutions. We are looking for a colleague who is ready for the next step after his/her first sales position in electrical engineering. The position of Key Account Manager at Exide is this next step in your sales career and you will have broad commercial responsibility and independence.

In the position of Key Account Manager at Exide Technologies, you will mainly be involved in acquisition and serving clients in the following market segments: - telecommunications, (petro)chemicals, renewables, steel industry, railways, energy producers, energy suppliers and other electrotechnical market segments.

As a market leader in the production and sale of energy storage systems and project solutions, Exide has important clients with whom contacts must be maintained. However, the focus is also on expanding the customer base. For example, new partners must be identified and approached. You make contacts with the tactics of a real hunter and think along with you to offer the right project-based tailor-made solution.

As a Key Account Manager Energy Solutions, you advise large clients on technical solutions in the field of energy supply. You will work closely with specialized teams in Kontich (Antwerp) and Rotterdam for technical support and quotations. Thanks to your electrical engineering knowledge, you are a fully-fledged discussion partner for customers. During an extensive induction and training process, you will increase your product knowledge and get to know the organization and customers. A challenging hunter position within an international organization with plenty of room for results and growth.

Job profile Key Account Manager Energy Solutions
1. Completed bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
2. Several years of successful commercial experience in electrical engineering
3. Experience in B2B project sales of industrial or technical solutions
4. Knowledge of energy storage, battery systems and UPS is an advantage
5. Strong analytical skills and market insight
6. Good knowledge of MS Office; Salesforce CRM is a plus
7. Good command of the Dutch and English language, both orally and in writing.

We offer

We offer you a challenging, responsible and varied job in a modern, fast growing divison 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.

- Start with a one year contract with view to a permanent contract
- Hybrid working model: combination of remote and collaborative office experience to enable innovation
- Annual holidays: 27 holidays and 13 ADV days                          - A Laptop, phone and a car
- Pension Plan                                                                          - Annual Insentive Plan 
- Professional growth possibilities & learning opportunities
- Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues

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!

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