Business development manager for UAV battery systems

EVEREC is exclusively supporting an established European manufacturer of advanced lithium-ion battery technology in the appointment of a Business Development Manager to drive commercial growth across Germany and the wider European market. The company designs and manufactures high-performance battery cells, modules, packs and bespoke battery systems for specialist applications including defence, drones/UAVs, unmanned systems, robotics, aerospace and advanced mobility.

• Identify and secure new business with OEMs, UAV/drone manufacturers, defence technology companies and systems integrators across Germany and Europe.
• Develop commercial opportunities for lithium-ion battery cells, modules, packs and bespoke battery systems.
• Leverage existing relationships within defence, UAVs, unmanned systems, robotics and specialist battery applications to generate new opportunities.
• Proactively target new customers, develop sales pipelines and convert opportunities into commercial agreements.
• Manage the complete sales cycle, from initial prospecting and technical discussions through to quotations, negotiations and contract closure.
• Work closely with engineering teams to understand customer requirements and develop application-specific battery solutions.
• Build long-term relationships with technical, procurement and commercial decision-makers.
• Represent the business at customer meetings, industry exhibitions and relevant events across Europe.

• Direct B2B sales experience selling lithium-ion battery cells, modules, packs or custom-engineered battery systems.
• Existing commercial experience selling battery products into UAVs/drones, unmanned systems, defence, robotics, aerospace or closely related specialist applications.
• Established relationships with relevant OEMs, manufacturers, systems integrators or technical decision-makers within these markets.
• Proven track record of generating new business, securing new customers and closing commercial contracts.
• Strong understanding of lithium-ion battery technology, including battery performance, energy density, cell chemistry and application-specific requirements.
• Experience managing technical sales processes and collaborating with engineering teams.
• A proactive, commercially driven approach, with the ability to independently develop new markets and customer relationships.
• Fluent German and professional working English.
• Based in Germany and willing to travel across Europe.
• Будет плюсом: Previous experience working for a specialist lithium-ion battery manufacturer or battery pack supplier; Direct commercial relationships with defence contractors, drone/UAV manufacturers or autonomous systems developers; Experience selling bespoke or high-performance battery packs for demanding technical applications; Experience supplying battery technology into defence or dual-use programmes; Established customer relationships across European aerospace, robotics or advanced mobility markets

• Base salary up to €120,000 DOE, with flexibility for exceptional candidates.
• Uncapped commission scheme.
• Fully remote and flexible working arrangements.
• European travel and attendance at relevant industry events.
• Direct access to senior commercial leadership and technical engineering teams.
• Significant autonomy to develop new markets, win OEM customers and build long-term commercial partnerships.
• Opportunity to represent specialist European battery technology within rapidly developing defence and unmanned systems markets.