business development manager for energy transition

Trench Group is a global leader in high-voltage power transmission components and systems. Headquartered in Berlin, the company has over 100 years of experience and develops bushings, coils, and instrument transformers used for measurement, protection, and connection within the power grid.

• Identify, evaluate, and develop new vertical markets beyond the currently structured segments;
• Build a strong pipeline of opportunities and drive entry strategies into emerging industries;
• Develop business plans and go-to-market strategies for new verticals with Product Management, Sales, and R&D;
• Define scalable approaches to enter and structure new markets globally;
• Establish and grow relationships with key stakeholders in new industries;
• Understand customer needs and translate them into tailored solutions and business opportunities;
• Promote Trench Group’s technologies in new application fields;
• Adapt value propositions and solutions to the specific requirements of each vertical;
• Represent the company at relevant industry events, exhibitions, and conferences;
• Conduct structured market and competitor analysis;
• Provide actionable insights to Product Management and R&D to support innovation and portfolio expansion;
• Track progress of new vertical initiatives;
• Report key insights, opportunities, and risks to Management, Sales, Product Management, and R&D stakeholders.

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, or comparable qualifications;
• Proven experience in Business Development, Sales, Strategy, or Product Management;
• Experience with multiple industries or emerging markets;
• Strong entrepreneurial mindset with excellent networking, negotiation, and presentation skills;
• Ability to communicate complex technical and strategic topics effectively;
• Highly analytical with a structured and proactive approach;
• Ability to translate market insights into concrete business strategies;
• Willingness to travel internationally and operate in a global environment;
• Fluent in English;
• Nice to have: experience in building new business areas from scratch, background in energy, electrical infrastructure, or industrial systems, additional languages.

• Competitive pay;
• Monthly vouchers for shopping, well-being, or personal development;
• Subsidized lunch;
• Membership in a corporate benefits program;
• 30 Days’ vacation;
• Tariff agreement;
• Continuous development opportunities;
• Modern offices with height-adjustable desks, free fruit and coffee, and regular team events.