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Global Sales & Business Development Director – E-Mobility Battery Systems – Railway Industry

A global industrial technology group, recognized for its expertise in advanced energy and
e-mobility systems
, is creating a dedicated division for
onboard battery systems
in the railway sector worldwide. This initiative reflects the company's commitment to
sustainability, e-mobility, and the electrification of global transport
.

We are recruiting a:

Global Sales & Business Development Director – E-Mobility Battery Systems – Railway Industry

Your Mission :
Reporting directly to the Head of the BU , you will ( not limited to ) :

• Define and implement the
  global sales & business development strategy
  for the Railway Battery Division, including lithium-ion technologies.
• Expand business across
  Western Europe (Germany, France, Spain…), Eastern Europe, India, China, and the Americas
  , leveraging strong industrial partnerships.
• Lead and inspire an
  international team
  of sales managers, application engineers…
• Build and strengthen
  strategic partnerships
  with railway OEMs, system integrators, and Tier-1 suppliers.
• Promote
  innovative lithium-ion solutions
  with clear advantages in performance, safety, sustainability, and competitiveness.
• Manage the full business cycle: tenders, negotiations, long-term contracts, and strategic alliances.
• Monitor
  global and regional competition
  to stay ahead of market trends.
• Act as the
  voice of the customer
  towards R&D and the Executive Committee.
• And much more initiatives expected …

Candidate Profile

• University degree in engineering, commerce, or equivalent; MBA welcome.
• 10+ years' experience
  in international sales & business development, ideally in railway e-mobility, powertrain solutions, batteries, converters, hydrogen & fuel cells, or other heavy-duty e-mobility industries (truck, bus, etc.).
• Strong understanding of
  complex industrial sales cycles
  , project-mode environments, and OEM/Tier-1 as well as system integrator dynamics.
• Strong connections and/or lobbying experience
  within the railway industry, particularly regarding e-mobility and new energy applications is a plus
• Proven ability to
  lead multicultural teams
  in international environments.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the capacity to
  scale a fast-growing business
  .
• Fluent in English; French or another major European language is a plus.
• Based in
  Western Europe
  with international mobility – Paris , France being a preferred option

Why Join Us?

• Be at the forefront of
  global e-mobility innovation
  in the railway industry.
• Take a
  key leadership role
  in shaping a business from early growth to international scale.
• Join a
  profitable and expanding group
  , combining industrial strength with entrepreneurial agility.
• Work in a multicultural, global environment with strong decision-making impact.

Interested? Contact us in full confidentiality to explore this unique leadership opportunity.