Sales Manager / Business Development Manager Green Hydrogen

Join the energy transition by shaping the German green hydrogen market!

We are looking for an ambitiousSales Manager / Business Development Manager to identify, develop and realise commercial opportunities for green hydrogen projects in Germany. In this role, you will be at the forefront of building partnerships, securing offtake agreements and developing strategic projects that accelerate the hydrogen economy.

As green hydrogen becomes a cornerstone of decarbonisation for the (heavy) industry and mobility — supported by European and German policy frameworks — VoltH2 is scaling its activities in Germany. Since 2020, we have been developing multiple hydrogen production sites across Germany and the Netherlands. To support our continued growth, we are expanding our German team with a commercially driven professional who understands both the market and the technology behind hydrogen.

Your Responsibilities

• Identify and develop commercial opportunities for green hydrogen projects in Germany, with a strong focus on North Rhine-Westphalia.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with industrial customers, public stakeholders and strategic partners.
• Develop hydrogen offtake opportunities and support the structuring of joint ventures and partnerships.
• Monitor, analyse and anticipate regulatory, policy and market developments in the German hydrogen market.
• Prepare commercial proposals and support contract negotiations with customers and partners.
• Structure and manage complex commercial and contractual arrangements.
• Support technical and financial development teams with market insights and commercial input.
• Report directly to the Country Manager Germany.

What You Bring

• A proven track record in business development, origination, sales or commercial roles within energy, infrastructure or renewables;
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, ideally within the German energy market;
• A Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Business, Economics, Energy, Technology or a related field;
• Strong understanding of the German energy market, regulatory frameworks and stakeholder landscape;
• Experience in long-term B2B relationship management and contract negotiations;
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills with a strategic and entrepreneurial mindset;
• Fluency inGerman and English (spoken and written).

Why Join Us

At VoltH2, you will play a key role in shaping the German green hydrogen market and working on high-impact, future-proof energy projects. We offer a collaborative and inclusive working environment where initiative is encouraged and individual contributions truly matter.

You can expect:

• Competitive compensation, including a company car;
• Bonus scheme;
• Reimbursement of phone expenses;
• Hybrid working model;
• A high level of responsibility and ownership;
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth as the company scales.

We look forward to reviewing your application and exploring how you can contribute to the growth of VoltH2 in Germany.