About Us
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
Whether you are someone looking for a career change, a professional, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
We are looking for a results-driven sales professional with a strong hunter mentality who thrives on creating opportunities, winning new business, and developing long-term customer relationships. In this role, you will play a key part in expanding Copeland's smartsmart building technology presence across the DACH region by acquiring new customers, growing strategic accounts, and driving revenue growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify, prospect, and develop new business opportunities within the hospitality and multi-dwelling unit (MDU) markets.
- Generate and qualify leads through a combination of outbound prospecting, networking, referrals, and company-provided lead sources.
- Conduct compelling sales presentations both virtually and in person to demonstrate the value of Verdant's energy management solutions.
- Build strong relationships with decision-makers and key stakeholders to drive customer acquisition and long-term partnerships.
- Recruit and develop value-added reseller partnerships to expand market reach and increase sales volume.
- Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting through negotiation, closing, and account development.
- Develop strategic account plans that support revenue growth and customer retention.
- Maintain an accurate sales pipeline using CRM tools and ensure effective opportunity management.
- Understand customers' business objectives and identify opportunities to expand adoption of Verdant solutions.
- Conduct site visits and coordinate pilot projects to assess customer needs and demonstrate solution value.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure an exceptional customer experience and successful project implementation.
- Represent Verdant at industry events, trade shows, and customer meetings.
- Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and customer requirements to identify new growth opportunities.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of B2B sales and account management experience.
- Proven track record of consistently achieving or exceeding sales targets.
- Strong experience in business development, prospecting, and new customer acquisition.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex sales cycles and build long-term customer relationships.
- Experience delivering professional sales presentations both virtually and face-to-face.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with experience using CRM systems and sales reporting tools.
- Self-motivated and able to generate new business opportunities with minimal supervision.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Fluent French and English language skills.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel throughout the DACH region.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience selling energy management, HVAC, building technologies, IoT, or other technical solutions.
- Knowledge of commercial HVAC systems and building energy efficiency technologies.
- Experience working with hospitality, property management, real estate, or multi-dwelling housing customers.
- Experience developing reseller, distributor, or channel partner networks.
- Strong commercial mindset with the ability to identify new growth opportunities and create value for customers.
- Resilient, competitive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
About the Location:
This role is based in Germany and offers a flexible working model combining remote work, customer visits, and travel across the region. You will play a key role in establishing and growing Verdant's market presence while collaborating with an international team focused on delivering innovative energy management solutions that help customers improve sustainability and operational efficiency.
Our Commitment to Our People
Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.
Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including parental leav, vacation and holiday leave.
Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!
Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging
At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or disability. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
Work Authorization
Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the Country in which they apply. This is not a position for which sponsorship or work authorization will be provided.
No calls or agency requests please.
Skills Required
- Minimum 5 years of B2B sales and account management experience
- Proven record of achieving or exceeding sales targets
- Business development, prospecting, and new customer acquisition experience
- Experience managing complex sales cycles and building long-term customer relationships
- Experience delivering professional virtual and in-person sales presentations
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with CRM and sales reporting experience
- Ability to generate new business opportunities with minimal supervision
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Fluent French and English
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel throughout the DACH region
- Experience selling energy management, HVAC, building technologies, IoT, or other technical solutions
- Knowledge of commercial HVAC systems and building energy efficiency technologies
- Experience with hospitality, property management, real estate, or multi-dwelling housing customers
- Experience developing reseller, distributor, or channel partner networks
- Strong commercial mindset and ability to identify growth opportunities
- Resilience, competitiveness, and comfort in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
What We Do
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. Today, we are building on our 100-year legacy through industry-leading innovation, putting Copeland at the forefront of positive change. We create sustainable residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We maintain the integrity of goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally.
