Sales Director ESS- South America

Gotion, Inc. Open · verified Sep 12, 2026

Fremont South America Director Sales Leadership

Leadership Sales Leadership role at Gotion, Inc.. Fremont · $130,000–$180,000 base.

SalaryStated by Gotion, Inc.

$130,000 – $180,000

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Build a marketing and sales team while coordinating with internal and external technical specialists
Set delivery standards for BESS projects spanning residential, commercial, industrial, utility-scale and UPS applications
Guide BESS solutions, review project economics with parent ESS groups and approve the strongest options
Track delivery, construction, acquisition and market-development progress, then report updates globally
Grow vendor and customer relationships, attend industry events and negotiate commercial agreements

What you bring

Bring more than five years of business development experience
Hold a bachelor’s degree in finance, marketing or a related field, with an MBA preferred
Have at least two years in the energy sector, specifically energy storage systems
Show strong communication and networking ability plus experience in a startup-like setting
Bring global experience and awareness of multicultural decision-making dynamics

Who this fits

This role suits a business development leader who can combine BESS expertise with sales, marketing, financial review and contract negotiation. You should be comfortable working across technical, procurement, construction, EPC and global teams. The listing requires you to be based in South America and work from the Fremont, California office.

From the employer

Gotion Inc. is based in Silicon Valley, CA, currently building a Manufacturing facility in Manteno, IL and has R&D centers in Ohio, China, Japan and Europe. We innovate in the next generation electric vehicle and energy storage technologies (lithium batteries and related systems) with the aim to accelerate electrified transportation and achieve sustainable development. Gotion is powered by a leading power battery technology company that provides solutions for vehicles including the world's first mass commercial e-bus route.

Gotion is a career destination - we are not simply attempting to just fill another job, but to pursue a dream of global green energy together! We offer outstanding opportunities to individuals seeking an exciting and challenging working environment. Everyone is highly valued and plays a vital role in the growth of our organization.

Job Responsibilities:

Build a functional team that is specialized in marketing and sales while interacting with technical personnel internally and externally
Develop and implement best practices for small to large BESS projects for all product lines, including residential, commercial, industrial, utility scale, UPS
Act as a domain expert on BESS, cooperate with parent ESS related parties, review and challenge financial considerations and approve the optimal solution for projects
Develop metrics and targets for achieving continuous improvement in project delivery
Establish methods for tracking construction progress, acquisition opportunities, new market identification presenting the report status to our global team
Participate in industry conferences, networking committees and maintain close connection to trends in the competitive market
Develop relationships with key technology vendors in the battery energy storage related industry with procurement, construction, and EPC
Negotiate contracts with key customers, partners, vendors, consultants, installation subcontractors to leverage and scale Gotion’s ESS competitive position in the world.

Required Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in Business Development
BA in Finance, Marketing, or other related Field (MBA preferred)
2+ years in the energy sector, specifically ESS
Excellent communication and networking skills
Experience working in a startup or similar environment
Global experience and an understanding of multicultural nuances that drive the decision-making process
Base in South America and Fremont office,CA

Base pay is one part of our total compensation package at Gotion, and is determined within a range. This provides you with the opportunity to progress as you grow and advance your career at Gotion. The base pay range for this role is shown below, and will depend on your skills, qualifications, experiences, and location.

Expected Pay Range$130,000—$180,000 USD

Gotion Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve, cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging, and ensuring equal employment opportunities for all.

We provide equal opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), parental status, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At Gotion Inc., we strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.