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Job Title
ESS Sales Manager
Ref #
P1002489
Employment Type
Permanent
Department
Sales
Position level
Manager
Date
Sunday, April 27, 2025
AESC Office Location
Murfreesboro, Tennessee USA

Description & Requirements

Job Description

AESC is looking to add an Energy Storage Sales Manager to our team in the US.

  • Full-Time

About AESC US LLC 

AESC is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance batteries for zero-emission electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Founded in Japan in 2007 and headquartered in Yokohama, AESC has been building manufacturing capabilities around the world in the U.S., U.K., Europe, Japan and China to serve key markets and leading customers locally for over 14 years. Today, AESC has become the partner of choice for the world’s leading OEMs and energy storage providers in North America, Europe, and Asia. Its advanced technology powers over one million electric vehicles and provides more than 15GWh of installed capacity for battery energy systems in over 60 countries.

AESC is expanding its footprint in the United States with gigafactories in Kentucky, South Carolina, and Tennessee to meet the growing demand for EV and BESS batteries and strengthen its presence in the North American market. AESC's Tennessee gigafactory in Smyrna, which has been operational and supplying electric vehicle batteries for the Nissan LEAF since 2012, was retooled in 2025 and now produces batteries for Energy Storage Systems. The South Carolina gigafactory in Florence will supply next generation cells for BMW starting in 2026. The Kentucky gigafactory in Bowling Green will supply high-performance batteries and components for other OEMs. AESC is committed to our local communities where it is making investments, creating jobs, and supporting local charities. 

About the Role

North America Energy Storage Sales will focus on promoting energy storage products and solutions (including lithium batteries and energy storage system integration) in the North American market, and helping customers achieve efficient energy storage and management.

What You Will Do 

  • Achieve the sales performance target in the North American market
  • Develop new clients: mastering market dynamics and competitor activities, continuously develop new clients;
  • Maintain existing clients: identify client needs, and build good customer relationships;
  • Handle daily sales activities: collect and analyze business data, delivery management, and accounts receivable collection;

What We Offer 

Welcome to AESC, where you'll have the opportunity to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals who are driven to make a difference. We strive to ensure that our employees are well taken care of, enabling them to focus on their work and contribute to our collective mission.

We offer:

  • Comprehensive compensation packages including a competitive salary and a rewarding bonus program.
  • An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
  • Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401K with company match
  • Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available)
  • Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays
  • Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid)
  • Tuition reimbursement
Qualifications

What You Need

  • Bachelor's degree or above, preferably in Energy Storage, Lithium Battery, Power, or related industries;
  • Over 5 years of sales experience in industries relevant to the North American market;
  • Knowledge of Energy Storage related products, with a background in R&D technology preferred;
  • Excellent sales ability and a deep understanding of the North American BESS market;
  • Strong ability to handle pressure and explore new opportunities, and willing to accept new challenges;
  • Strong communication skills, with leadership qualities;
  • Coordinating R&D, delivery, and other departments to promote project implementation;
  • Proficient in English as a working language;
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Understands and follows all standards of IATF16949 and VDA 6.3 quality standards. (training and awareness will be provided for those who are not familiar with these standards)
  • Understands and follows all standards of ISO14001 environmental standards. (training and awareness will be provided for those who are not familiar with these standards)

Equal Employment Opportunity 

At AESC, we are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S Join us in our passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products, contributing to a sustainable and zero-carbon emission future. 

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

  • Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day.

Work Environment

Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background check. AESC US LLC is a drug-free workplace.

Travel

30-40% domestic travel is required.  Occasional international travel.

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