Sales Manager / Sales Manageress

Job Opportunity: Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Business Manager

Join us in driving the growth and profitability of the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) business across the European region. In this dynamic role, you will develop strategic customer relationships, identify new market opportunities, and execute commercial transactions effectively, all while supporting our sustainability objectives.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the SAF business in the European region to drive sales growth and maximize profitability, aligning with the company's growth strategy and targets.
• Own customer relationships to create and maintain long-term engagement.
• Manage the sales process from proposal and customer agreements to order management and payment collection.
• Explore business opportunities and develop new markets in alignment with energy transition requirements.
• Develop and strengthen relationships and networks with international buyers and traders.
• Serve as a valuable resource for other leaders in the SAF field, leveraging networking skills with international partners.
• Conduct regular market research and maintain industry relationships to stay updated on market trends, competitive actions, policy developments, and sustainability requirements.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Logistics, Finance, and Sustainability, to ensure trade and delivery processes are well-planned and executed.
• Work closely with support functions such as Market Intelligence, Transformation, and ESG to bolster company expansion and enhance brand equity.
• Support ad hoc projects and additional tasks as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5-8 years of sales or account management experience in the oil & gas, energy trading, biofuels, or airline sales and marketing industries.
• Strong awareness of compliance and internal controls.
• Basic knowledge of risk analysis, hedging, economic evaluation, finance, credit, and accounting in the energy trading sector.
• Proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in additional European languages is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Knowledge of the biofuels business and sustainability frameworks is a plus.
• Swiss/EFTA work status is preferred.

Application Process

Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

EcoCeres is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.