Why Join Epyr
You will be part of a fast-growing team tackling one of the toughest climate challenges. You will work at the intersection of industrial technology, sustainability, and innovation, helping shape the future of clean heat. ​​
Job description
The company has recently reached a key milestone, with its first asset installed on an industrial site in less than a year. As demand from industrial players accelerates, Epyr is now structuring its sales organisation to prepare for the next phase of growth.
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We are seeking a Sales Manager to support Epyr’s commercial growth and to expand our market outreach in France. This role will be critical to help educate the market, build long-term commercial traction, and convert early interest into concrete projects.
You will play a hands-on role across the full commercial cycle, from early-stage prospecting to deal closing, in a context characterized by long sales cycles (12–24 months), complex stakeholder ecosystems, and a strong need for market education.
You will contribute directly to building a robust, structured, and scalable sales pipeline, while working closely with internal technical and financial teams.
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Key Responsibilities:
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Own and manage complex sales cycles end-to-end
Prospect, qualify, nurture, and convert opportunities over long decision-making cycles involving multiple stakeholders (industrial, financial, executive).
Personally lead or support negotiations and secure long-term client relationships.
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Strong focus on prospection and pipeline development
Actively identify new leads and accounts, structure and enrich the commercial pipeline, and put in place disciplined pipeline management and forecasting practices.
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Define and execute the sales strategy within your perimeter
Identify priority market segments and targets, contribute to go-to-market strategy, and translate strategic objectives into concrete commercial actions.
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Educate the market and represent Epyr externally
Promote Epyr’s solutions at industry events, conferences, and through partnerships. Play a key role in explaining the value of thermal energy storage and Epyr’s differentiators to a market still under construction.
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Coordinate with internal teams to create value for clients
Work closely with energy, engineering, and financial teams to build tailored solutions, and high-impact commercial proposals adapted to each client’s constraints.
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Profile
Must Have​​
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Master’s degree from a leading engineering, business school, or university
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Minimum 4 years of hands-on sales or business development experience in industrial or engineering environments (industrial players, engineering companies, energy services, infrastructure, or consulting with strong commercial exposure)
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Demonstrated experience managing complex B2B sales processes with long cycles and multiple stakeholder, with proven ability to build trusted client relationships and drive deals forward
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Excellent communication skills
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Professional proficiency in English
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Strong motivation for the energy transition and climate impact
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Nice-to-Have:​
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Knowledge of energy markets and EU / French decarbonization policies
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Understanding of financial engineering (3rd party financing, SPV…)
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Soft Skills:
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Curiosity, autonomy, and ability to engage both technical and business stakeholders
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Structured thinking and ability to prioritize
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Entrepreneurial, resourceful, and comfortable in a fast-paced, high-growth environment



