The new E.ON is one of the strongest operators of European energy networks and energy-related infrastructure, as well as a provider of advanced customer solutions for more than 50 million customers. With a total of over 75,000 employees we are represented in 15 countries. This makes us ideally positioned to help drive Europe's energy transition.
By focusing on two sustainable growth areas and with the acquisition of innogy, E.ON fully commits itself to the fundamental transformation of the energy world. As one of Europe’s largest energy service providers we will actively drive the energy transition in Hungary and Europe.
Combining the expertise of both companies will also make E.ON a pioneer in developing new and innovative energy solutions and attract the brightest minds in the energy sector.
We need everyone's positive energy and innovative thinking to lead the energy transition to net zero. That's why we welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences and have a range of flexible working options to suit everyone!
Sales Manager (Direct)
Here's what you'll be doing npower Business Solutions (nBS) is the E.ON UK Industrial and Commercial (I&C) pillar and a market leader in the B2B energy retail sector. I&C is a £6 billion revenue business serving c60,000 customers and around 300,000 meter points with a view to becoming the number one B2B energy supplier in the UK.
We are looking for a Sales Manager (Direct) to join our team. For this role, you will be responsible for leading a sales team delivering value through multiple routes to market. This position involves managing either our direct customer base, with a strategic focus on developing and implementing key sales strategies that align with our business plan and drive portfolio growth across new business, renewals, and metering. This role is homebased, with nationwide travel required (car allowance provided where required).
Key responsibilities
Support the development of sales strategies to optimise performance and deliver new business opportunities across the direct channel.
Identify and manage high level critical strategic stakeholder relationships to ensure ongoing and future negotiations are supported at Senior Management levels.
Setting monthly sales targets to deliver market leading performance across key sales metrics to achieve the business plan, ensuring customer satisfaction and first bill success.
Ensuring deals are fully compliant with the agreed DOA and approvals process.
Utilise industry knowledge and expertise to develop a wide range of high-level external networks that will build and enhance I&C’s reputation, highlight capabilities and ultimately generate opportunities that will add value to the bottom line.
Preparing and presenting regular sales reports to the Head of C&S Sales, highlighting key performance metrics and opportunities.
Ensure account managers are focused on delivery of the best customer experience through the customer on-boarding experience. What we need from you
A strong understanding of the UK Energy Market specifically skilled in development, negotiation, and execution and of complex products and contractual and financial and credit management tools.
Strong commercial and technical competence with substantial experience gained in the energy industry.
Demonstrable experience of working in a commercially focussed and complex business environment.
The ability to demonstrate strong economic, market and financial skills, as well as identify and maximise commercial opportunities.
The ability to create and develop new value building propositions to broaden the value delivered through direct customers.
Awareness of the strengths and weaknesses of the competition and ability to capitalise on this knowledge.
Full UK driving licence. It would be great if you had
Experience of developing strategies for maximising market opportunities recognising the diverse and rapidly changing nature of the marketplace.
The ability to manage multi-dimensional risk and complex industry and market mechanisms and drive all associated complexities of new business development.
The ability to create and develop new value building propositions to broaden the base value base delivered through direct customers. Here’s what you need to know
Award-Winning Benefits: Our market-leading benefits package includes 26 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a generous pension scheme, life cover, bonus opportunities, and access to 20 flexible benefits with tax and/or NI savings. Recognised with the Personnel Today Reward, Recognition and Benefits Award 2022, our benefits truly stand out.
Recognised for Family-Friendly and Hybrid Policies: In 2024, we earned Double Recognition at the Personnel Today Awards for our exceptional family-friendly and hybrid working initiatives. Let’s discuss how we can work together flexibly.
Inclusive Employer: As the only energy company in the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers (currently ranked 8th), we’re committed to equal opportunities, diversity, and fairness for everyone.
Support for Disabled Applicants: As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum role criteria.
Development Opportunities: With inclusive talent networks, learning resources, and skill-building programs, your career growth is a priority