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

For our growing Energy Solutions division in Rhoon, we are looking for a Key Account Manager. In this role, you will develop and maintain relationships with key customers, identify new business opportunities, and drive profitable sales of batteries, chargers, and related solutions. You will also provide commercial and technical support to help customers achieve their goals.

Key responsibilities:

- Plan and prepare customer visits, sales actions, and account strategies.
- Maintain strong commercial and technical relationships with UPS, charger/rectifier manufacturers, and key accounts.
- Monitor market, customer, and product developments and identify new business opportunities.
- Drive sales growth by expanding existing accounts and acquiring new customers.
- Ensure our solutions are specified in new projects within target sectors.
- Visit customers regularly (target: 3 visits per day, 4 days per week).
- Maintain accurate customer and sales information in CRM and reports.
- Provide technical and commercial support on batteries, chargers, accessories, and services, including warranty-related support.
- Collaborate with the Sales Director Benelux on market strategy and customer approach.
- Represent the company at trade fairs and achieve agreed sales targets for revenue, margin, and payment terms.

Requirements:

- Minimum 10 years of experience in a similar sales management role.
- Proven sales experience with the ability to advise and support customers on technical and technology-related matters.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable technical/commercial background.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
- Fluent in English, with good command of Dutch and/or French.

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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