Sales Manager

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

Ready to contribute to renewable energy?

Apply now and be part of the green energy revolution!

Region NCE > Sales Onshore NCE > Sales Germany West

Sales Germany West, based in Rheine, 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

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 Rheine, 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 June 7th 2025.

BEWARE – RECRUITMENT FRAUD

It has come to our attention that there are a number of fraudulent emails from people pretending to work for Vestas. Read more via this link,

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognise 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.

About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.

Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.

With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.

Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.

To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.