SALES MANAGER (M/F/D) SPAIN/PORTUGAL

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Did you know that industrial heat accounts for 40% of global emissions? At Kraftblock, we are revolutionizing how industries transition to renewable energy with our high-temperature thermal energy storage technology. We are now looking for a Sales Manager for Southern Europe, ideally based in Spain or Portugal, to accelerate our growth in key markets.
As a Sales Manager, you are a proactive sales professional with strong technical expertise and deep industry insight. You bring a solid engineering background and understand the challenges and requirements of large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects.
Tasks

Drive both inbound and outbound sales activities in Southern Europe
Act as the primary contact for customers throughout the sales cycle
Identify and develop new opportunities for our thermal battery in industries such as energy production, oil & gas, steel, food & beverage, and other heavy industries
Represent Kraftblock at regional industry events, conferences, and trade shows
Lead customer interactions and design-in processes with support from our engineering team
Understand the grid business potential for green energy solutions
Maintain awareness of the regulatory landscape and subsidy mechanisms in your region
Help shape our internationalization strategy in Europe, particularly in the Iberian Peninsula, France, and Italy
Manage and achieve sales targets
Participate in a comprehensive 6–8 week onboarding program at our headquarters in Sulzbach, Germany
Visit our HQ regularly (at least twice a year)

Requirements

You are a strategic thinker and natural relationship builder with a passion for technical innovation and sustainability. You bring:
5+ years of experience in sales, business development, or project development in one or more of the following industries: energy, climate tech, oil & gas, steel, food & beverage, or related heavy industries
Strong understanding of EPC business models, industrial systems, and infrastructure projects
An engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification (preferred but not mandatory)
Previous exposure to renewable energy technologies and decarbonization solutions
General understanding of electricity grids and their role in the energy transition
Familiarity with subsidies, grant schemes, and regulatory frameworks relevant to energy and industrial sectors
High level of initiative, accountability, and the ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
Fluent in English and Spanish (French is a strong plus)
Willingness to travel frequently within your region
You are based in Spain or Portugal (mandatory)

Benefits

A permanent employment contract – we believe in long-term collaboration
Remote-friendly work model with flexible hours – work from home, stay close to your customers
A competitive company pension plan
Individual development paths with training and growth opportunities
A flat hierarchy and collaborative team culture where your ideas matter
A role with diversity, responsibility, and high impact
Regular team events and a supportive work atmosphere
A fast-growing, international cleantech environment backed by leading investors

At Kraftblock, our goal is to enable the transition to renewable energy. Kraftblock has a key technology to decarbonize the industry and is backed by world-class investors with a track record of supporting disruptive technology startups. Now we are looking for highly talented and visionary people who share our passion and drive to develop Kraftblock into the world's leading energy storage system. Join the "Top Innovator" and shape the future of the climate-friendly energy market!