Sales Director

Battery/Energy Storage Recruitment Specialist | USA The company is a global leader in advanced battery technology and energy storage solutions, with a strong foundation in research, innovation, and large-scale manufacturing. Committed to driving the clean energy transition across mobility, grid-scale, and commercial sectors, the organization is now expanding into the data center market. As part of this strategic growth, a dedicated Data Center Division is being established to deliver high-performance, sustainable power solutions for the rapidly evolving digital infrastructure sector. We’re looking for a driven and visionary Sales Director to build and lead a new Data Center Sales Division from the ground up . You’ll shape the market strategy, forge partnerships with hyperscalers, colocation providers, and key integrators, and spearhead growth across a fast-evolving data center landscape. Key Responsibilities Division Setup & Strategy Define and execute the strategic roadmap for entry into the global data center market. Develop the division’s business model, sales processes, and market engagement strategies. Identify high-value market segments (hyperscale, edge, and enterprise data centers). Business Development Build and manage relationships with key decision-makers in hyperscale operators, colocation providers, and EPC partners. Identify, qualify, and pursue strategic sales opportunities for Gotion’s energy storage and power solutions. Lead contract negotiations, proposals, and technical-commercial presentations. Partnerships & Market Expansion Establish strategic alliances with OEMs, power infrastructure integrators, and engineering firms. Collaborate with Product and Engineering teams to tailor solutions to data center requirements (redundancy, uptime, thermal management, energy efficiency). Provide market feedback to inform product roadmap and technology positioning. Leadership & Team Building Build and lead a high-performing sales team as the division grows. Set clear KPIs, sales targets, and growth metrics. Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and customer-centricity. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; MBA preferred. 5+ years of progressive experience in B2B sales within the data center, energy storage, or power infrastructure sectors. Proven success in launching or scaling a new business unit or product line. Deep understanding of data center power systems , UPS/BESS solutions , and mission-critical energy management . Strong network with hyperscalers, colocation providers, and EPCs in the data center space. Excellent commercial acumen, negotiation, and contract management skills. Strategic thinker with a hands-on, entrepreneurial mindset. Willingness to travel (~30–40%). Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives. Opportunity to build a new business vertical within a global clean energy leader. Access to advanced energy technology platform and global manufacturing resources. Dynamic, fast-paced, and innovation-driven environment. Must be based in or near Fremont, CA. #J-18808-Ljbffr Crossley Scott