Product Manager (m/f/x) Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Energizing a new world with Exide Technologies

Exide Technologies (www.exidegroup.com) is an internationally leading provider of innovative and sustainable battery storage solutions for automotive and industrial applications.

With more than 135 years of experience, Exide has developed and globally marketed innovative batteries and systems, contributing to the energy transition and driving a cleaner future.

Exide Technologies' culture and strategy are centred on recycling, sustainability, and environmental responsibility. The company has 11 manufacturing and 3 recycling facilities across Europe, ensuring resilience and a low CO2 footprint with a local supply chain.

With a team of 5,000 employees, we provide €1.6bn energy storage solutions and services to customers worldwide, every year.

Exide Technologies’ Energy Solutions division is developing and manufacturing stationary energy storage batteries, from backup power to large-scale storage systems (BESS and C&I).

Exide's technology portfolio spans from multiple lead-acid over to lithium-ion technologies supporting the global energy transition and digitalization.

Our storage systems are used in UPS, Telecom, Datacenters, Public Transport, In-Front-of-the-meter and Behind-the-Meter applications and many more.

For our growing division Energy Solutions in Büdingen (nearby Frankfurt am Main) at the earliest possible date we are looking for a :

Product Manager (m / f / x) Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Join our team in Büdingen - catchment area Frankfurt, Hanau, Gelnhausen, Gießen, Aschaffenburg.

The Product Manager BESS will be in charge of the BESS product road map inside the Energy solutions division. This position will ensure that our offer is aligned with the current market requirements and will make the bridge with the R&D team.

Through contribution, this is a key position in the long-term profitable growth.

A good understanding of the ESS technology and market know-how are essential to be successful in this role. Action is one of the main driver of the customer satisfaction.

What will your daily responsibilities include in this role?

• In charge of the BESS product road map
• Align our offer to the current market requirements and bridge with the R&D team
• In charge of product certifications and adjustments to regional specific requirements
• Remain focus on market trends, technical developments and innovation in the ESS offer in order to define and guide R&D on future product development
• Monitoring product cost targets, giving inputs to other functions in the internal value chain to ensure a competitive product line meeting the market requirements
• Technical support to the sales team for product information, customer training and technical data sheet analyses
• Prioritize sales projects to be supported by R&D
• Organize product launch programs and coordinates product information with our communication teams
• Support pre-sales and project technical analyses

What we ask for :

• University degree in a technical / engineering field
• A specialization or training in energy or renewable energy is a plus
• You have at least 5 years of experience in product management positions, and ideally a strong desire and eagerness to be engaged in battery technologies on a technical level
• You are recognised for your communication skills, you like to work closely with different functions
• You have a proven track record of dealing with customers and are committed to developing collaborative relationships to deliver results
• Proficient written and spoken English and German skills
• Proactive communication with colleagues and customers

What we offer :

We offer you a challenging, responsible and varied job in a modern, fast growing divison within an International Corporation.

You can expect a highly collegial working environment with a reasonable scope for action and decision-making. You will benefit from exciting personal and professional development opportunities, additional corporate well-being initiatives, and several key benefits, including :

• Permanent contract
• Employment relationship subject to collective agreement (including special payments)
• Hybrid working model : combination of remote and collaborative office experience to enable innovation (3 days per week in the office, 2 days remote work after initial adaptation period).
• Annual holidays : 30
• Flexible working hours system.
• Professional growth possibilities & learning opportunities.
• The option of leasing a company bike
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues.
• Contribute to innovative projects
• A real perspective of working in a dynamic environment

Working with us means being engaged and agile. Our culture of continuous learning and commitment to sustainability and diversity create an environment where you can grow your skills and your career.

Feel free to apply if you think you meet the criteria and are excited to join our project. Please submit your application along with an updated CV in English language.

A member of our Selection team will reach out to you. Best of luck!

Our energy : It’s you!

Together, we will be transforming the energy sector.

Exide is an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.

Exide is committed to sustainability and value creation, respecting the planet’s limits and fostering positive change for both the environment and people within the global energy storage system.

Exide Technologies GmbH

Human Resources Tobias Koch

Im Thiergarten

63654 Büdingen