Account Manager, Senior Battery Energy Storage Systems (m/f/d)

BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. (China)

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Darmstadt (HQ) - Germany Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted May 7, 2026 Last posted May 21, 2026
Job description

Account Manager, Senior BESS (m/f/d)

in Darmstadt

BorgWarner

BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.

At our location in Darmstadt we are currently looking for a

Account Manager, Senior Battery Energy Storage Systems (m/f/d)

to drive the strategic growth of our Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) business and strengthen BorgWarner's position in the rapidly expanding energy storage market. This role combines business development, executive-level customer engagement and complex commercial negotiations in an international environment.


Your Responsibilities

  • Drive the strategic business development of BorgWarners Battery Energy Storage Systems  portfolio in international markets
  • Develope and implement customer and growth strategies to increase market share, revenue and profitability
  • Expand and strengthen relationships with existing customers and acquire new strategic lead customers across the energy storage ecosystem
  • Lead commercial activities including offer, pricing and contract strategies for complex customer opportunities
  • Drive upselling and cross-selling initiatives in close collaborationwith internal stakeholders
  • Analyse market trends, competitive developments and new business opportunities to support long-term growth.
  • Represent BorgWarner at customer meetings, industry events and trade shows while building relationships with key decision-makers
  • Lead cross-functional teams and contribute to sales forecasting and long-range business planning

Your Profile

  • Master’s degree. in Engineering,  Business) or comparable qualification
  • Extensive experience in strategic sales, account management or business development
  • Experience in Battery Energy Storage Systems, renewable energy, power systems or a comparable technical field.
  • Solid understanding of BESS applications, system architecture and grid integration (e.g. utility-scale, C&I, microgrids)
  • Proven track record in commercial negotiations and strategic customer development
  • Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Fluent in German and English; additional European languages are an advantage.
  • Willingness to travel across Europe

Our Offer

  • Driving Change: Innovative technology company, high degree of personal responsibility, creative freedom and opportunities for further development 
  • Work-Life Balance & Health: Flexible arrangement for mobile working (depending on position), gym subsidy, canteen allowance, free coffee, water and tea 
  • Reward Performance: Competitive compensation, good opportunities for further development and Corporate Benefits 

Do you want to play a key role in shaping the future of mobility?

Then apply online via our career portal www.borgwarner.com/careers.

 

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About this role

Summary

Drive growth in battery energy storage, manage key customer relationships, and lead strategic negotiations.

Job title

Account Manager, Senior Battery Energy Storage Systems (m/f/d)

Experience level

extensive experience in strategic sales, account management or business development

Industry

automotive

Location requirements

Darmstadt, Germany; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

client relationship managementmarket analysiscontract negotiationstakeholder management

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

battery energy storage systemsrenewable energypower systemsgrid integration
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

64 Darmstadt, Germany

Work arrangement unknown City