Sales Manager - Germany North

Overview

Join our team at Vestas and contribute to the transformation of the German onshore wind market. Handle sales across North Germany, build customer relationships, and shape innovative commercial strategies.

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Region NCE > Global Offshore > NCE > Sales Germany North

Sales Germany North, based in Hamburg and Husum, is an integral part of the Sales Central team within Vestas Northern and Central Europe (NCE)—the largest business unit of Vestas Wind Systems A/S, the global leader in wind turbine manufacturing.

The Sales Central team is composed of a diverse and skilled group of sales professionals, including Sales Managers and Commercial Engineers, who collaborate closely with stakeholders across various functional areas. The team oversees sales operations across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, ensuring alignment and excellence in execution.

As the German onshore wind market is poised for significant growth in the coming years, Sales Central is setting the course to prepare our organization, customers, and the broader market for this major transformation. To accomplish this, we are focused on:

• Transforming the way we work in sales to increase market share
• Reducing transaction costs to ensure efficiency and competitiveness
• Maintaining project quality from the early sales phases to turbine operations

Responsibilities

• Ensure the closing and surpassing of annual order intake targets by guiding and supporting colleagues throughout the sales cycle, including prospect identification, tendering, deal optimization, and contract negotiation and closure
• Maintain close relationships with customers by building trust, understanding their business cases, and delivering tailored value propositions that meet their needs
• Act as a central coordinator, facilitating communication and alignment between internal and external stakeholders to develop robust business cases
• Monitor market trends, customer activities, and competitor strategies, and share relevant insights with sales managers and team members to enhance overall performance
• Consistently contribute to the development and refinement of Vestas' commercial strategy to promote sustainable growth and market leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in business administration, Engineering, or a related field
• Extensive experience in Sales, Commercial Sales, or Business Development, within the renewable energy sector or other project-based industries
• Skilled in negotiating complex technical contracts with a thorough understanding of contract terms and conditions
• Skilled in identifying and engaging relevant business stakeholders to promote collaboration and positive outcomes
• Fluency in both German and English is mandatory

Competencies

• Exhibits a goal-oriented mindset with the ability to sustain performance in volatile, variable conditions
• Exhibits an engaging demeanor and good communication skills, promoting effective collaboration
• Skilled at building and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders to ensure alignment and productive collaboration
• Possesses good financial understanding and analytical skills to assess and investigate business opportunities
• Thrives under time-sensitive conditions and shows a willingness to stay motivated to reach milestones

What we offer

We offer an engaging and stimulating role that provides close engagement with the business while exploring both the technical and commercial aspects of wind energy projects. With significant interaction across departments and a notable effect on the commercial success of projects, this position presents an attractive opportunity within the renewable energy sector.

You will join a motivated sales team at Vestas, united by a focus on building a sustainable future. We promote a collaborative atmosphere where team members readily support one another. We seek a motivated colleague who shares our zeal and enthusiasm in mitigating climate change through innovative solutions.

Additional information

The primary work location for this role is our office in Hamburg or Husum, Germany.

Up to 30 days of travel per year.

We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before 3rd May 2026.

Our commitment to a fair hiring

At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.