Wärtsilä Energy leads the transition towards a 100% renewable energy future. We help our partners accelerate their decarbonisation journeys through our market-leading technologies and power system modelling expertise. These cover decarbonisation services, future-fuel-enabled balancing power plants, hybrid solutions, energy storage and optimisation technology, including the GEMS Digital Energy Platform.
Did you know Wärtsilä has delivered 79 GW of power plant capacity and more than 125 energy storage installations in 180 countries around the world?
In this fast-changing world of energy, we are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services - together. Want to join the ride?
We are looking for Project Sales Directors for our Engine Power Plant (EPP) business line. The preferred location for this position is Vaasa, Finland but also all other Wärtsilä locations globally are negotiable. We offer the possibility of hybrid remote work.
Your role and responsibilities
As a Project Sales Director, you will be accountable for leading the EPC and A-class EEQ sales for newly built engine power plant opportunities. You will have a leading role in ensuring we have predictable and profitable sales, thus meaning that the sales margins - with the right pricing strategies and accurate cost estimations - are in favour of Wärtsilä and project execution is predictable.
The tasks can also be adjusted based on your individual skills and interests. You will be working as a part of the Management team with diverse expertise in Sales Management within the Engine Power Plant, and reporting to the Director, Sales Management.
Main responsibilities:
Lead the EPC and A-class EEQ sales for engine power plant opportunities Ensure qualitative sales and proper sales margins all the way to the project execution, as well as correct pricing strategies and accurate cost estimations Lead the large stakeholder group and Project Sales team towards the goals Utilise SOP data as a base when assessing the correct cost estimations and schedules Ensure tenders and requirements are understood in detail within the Project Sales team and high-quality tenders are prepared Ensure risks are evaluated correctly Ensure necessary internal reviews are conducted and acceptances received Ensure Wärtsilä contracting policies are followed and proper contract terms are achieved Lead the contract negotiations and contracting process, prepare a winning sales negotiation strategy, and aim to build the service agreements Manage and maintain customer relationships Manage, follow up and report the progress of the sales projects Ensure proper sales documentation and closing the deal Ensure the sales projects are properly transferred to project execution Drive Wärtsilä purpose and demonstrate Wärtsilä values
Requirements for the position:
A senior sales leader with a strong track record of building and leading high-performing teams Has a strong track record of negotiating complex EPC sales energy projects Contractual and risk management understanding Visible influencing and communications skills especially when working with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders Readiness to travel
To be able to succeed in the position, we expect you to:
Why you and us?
You are valued – as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed to supporting an inclusive work community.
Your growth is supported. We believe in continuous learning & teamwork. Wärtsilian community has your back when it comes to development opportunities – so you can develop beyond your potential.
You get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important to us. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.
Contact & next steps
Please submit your application before the application deadline of February 24, 2025, through our Careers portal. Applications through email and without a motivation letter will not be considered. After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email.
In case of any questions regarding the position, please reach out to:
Jérôme Jouaville
Director, Sales Management
Engine Power Plants, Energy Business
jerome.jouaville@wartsila.com
Last application date: 24/02/2025
At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.
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