Siyang Chen

Siyang Chen

Business Development Manager @ Schleswig-Holstein Netz GmbH

About

Business development manager with expertise across the German energy and grid services sector. Currently responsible for market analysis, customer needs identification, and go-to-market strategy for grid-connected services, covering onshore wind, solar, battery storage, EV charging infrastructure, and downstream DSO services. Strong foundation in building cross-functional partnerships and internal networks at group level, with direct involvement in collaborative product and innovation projects. Complemented by six years of progressive international key account management at Huawei, leading strategic accounts exceeding €700M in annual revenue across Latin America.

Country

Germany

City

Hamburg

Industry

Utilities

Skill

Development of Strategy, Strategic Data Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Corporate Finance, Senior Stakeholder Management, Scrum, Quality Management, Global Supply Chain Management, Entrepreneurship, Go-to-Market Strategy, Sales Performance Optimization, Strategic Account Development, Team Leadership and Performance, Competitive Strategies, Channel Strategy Development, Businesss Development, Market Insight, Data-driven Decision Making, Partner Relationship Management, Business Development Support

Experience

Schleswig-Holstein Netz GmbH

Business Development Manager

Schleswig-Holstein Netz GmbH

LinkedIn
2023-10 - Present · 3 yrs

Quickborn, Schleswig-Holstein, Deutschland

• Conducted ongoing market analysis and competitive intelligence across the German grid services landscape, covering onshore wind, solar PV, battery storage, and EV charging infrastructure – translating regulatory developments, market trends, and customer signals into actionable strategic input. • Identified and prioritized product and service portfolio opportunities with a €50M annual development scope, defining a multi-year growth trajectory of >10% aligned with national decarbonization and electrification targets. • Led customer needs identification for downstream distribution network operators (regional DSOs and Stadtwerke), working cross-functionally with department leadership, product management, and sales teams to develop new smart grid and automation service offerings and bring them to market. • Partnered with sales leadership to develop and execute go-to-market strategies – from product positioning and pricing to customer engagement and pipeline development – across the grid services portfolio. • Built a strong internal network at group level through active participation in cross-divisional workshops and collaborative projects, gaining broad visibility into Netz's overall business direction and contributing to multiple joint initiatives across divisions. • Designed and implemented the department's digital transformation roadmap: integrated CRM and ERP systems and built a real-time BI environment using Power BI and external data sources, enabling data-driven decision-making across commercial and product functions.

NIO

Product Strategy (Master Intern)

NIO

LinkedIn
2022-10 - 2023-4 · 7 mos

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

• Assessed EV charging infrastructure and renewable energy policy frameworks across European markets, translating findings into strategic inputs for regional business development planning. • Collaborated with China- and Europe-based product teams to align infrastructure roll-out concepts with local regulatory and operational requirements, supporting executive-level decision-making.

WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management

MBA Student

WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management

LinkedIn
2021-8 - 2023-1 · 1 yr 6 mos

Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Huawei

Global Account Director

Huawei

LinkedIn
2020-11 - 2021-8 · 10 mos

Mexico City, Mexico

• Took on group-level responsibility for strategic growth across multinational telecom accounts in Latin America, overseeing >$1B in annual revenue across three major operator relationships. • Developed and implemented regional market analysis frameworks and customer feedback mechanisms in close coordination with HQ product teams, enabling targeted solution development and sustained market share growth. • Built and led a regional team of four, introducing OKR-based performance management – improving team engagement, commercial proactivity, and individual accountability.

Huawei

Key Account Director

Huawei

LinkedIn
2019-11 - 2021-8 · 1 yr 10 mos

México, Mexico

• Assumed full strategic ownership of Huawei's flagship account in Mexico, driving €700M+ in annual revenue and maintaining top-3 market share; the team was named Huawei's Global Best Sales Account in 2020. • Launched an IoT product bundling initiative in smart home retail channels, generating €50M in incremental revenue and broadening the product ecosystem footprint. • Drove portfolio lifecycle management in close collaboration with marketing and product teams – defining product positioning, pricing strategies, and entry/exit timing across the account.

Huawei

Key Account Manager

Huawei

LinkedIn
2018-3 - 2019-11 · 1 yr 9 mos

Mexico City, Mexico

• Developed and executed quarterly product mix and channel strategies in coordination with marketing and product management, advancing Huawei's position to second market share in the account. • Led implementation of digital sales and inventory management solutions, achieving a 300% increase in sales performance and establishing a scalable commercial operating model.

Huawei

Category Procurement Manager

Huawei

LinkedIn
2017-6 - 2018-3 · 10 mos

Bogotá D.C., Colombia

• Designed category procurement strategies with an annual procurement amount of over $50 million, monitored the strategy implementation, and evaluated the performance of 14 country offices. • Instructed country offices in strategy implementation, initiated regional procurement workshop to enhance experience sharing and built local procurement resources based on the company regulation requirements.

Huawei

Procurement Manager

Huawei

LinkedIn
2015-7 - 2018-3 · 2 yrs 9 mos

Caracas, Federal District, Venezuela

• Managed procurement strategy and supplier relations across country office with combined annual budgets exceeding $5M; supported business development teams in strategic bids and market entry initiatives.

TEXTIL Distribuidora SA

Supply Chain Manager

TEXTIL Distribuidora SA

2014-11 - 2015-5 · 7 mos

Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain

• Responsible for 2015 yearly production and supply chain capacity planning, achieved a 5% cost-saving through negotiations with key providers and optimized processes.

Miltea Food Industry SA

Co-founder and Chief Administration Manager

Miltea Food Industry SA

2011-6 - 2014-10 · 3 yrs 5 mos

Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain

• Co-founded the Start-Up that specialized in imported beverage products, developed a franchise model with an external consulting agency and commercialized the brand with a yearly margin profit of 15% in 2014.

Andromedical

Procurement Manager

Andromedical

LinkedIn
2008-10 - 2011-3 · 2 yrs 6 mos

Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain

• Led the restructuring of the supply chain, collaborated with R&D, supply chain, and finance department in defining the supplier selection strategy achieved a cost-savings of 26%.

Singapore Airlines

SALES ASSISTANT

Singapore Airlines

LinkedIn
2006-7 - 2007-6 · 1 yr

Shanghai, China

• Responsible for 30% of revenue and supported the business development strategy for key customers through data analysis and capacity optimization.

Ogawa Flavor & Fragrances Co.,Ltd

Sales Assistant

Ogawa Flavor & Fragrances Co.,Ltd

2005-9 - 2006-6 · 10 mos

Shanghai, China

• Established new customer relationships with top Chinese manufacturers, managing initiation and use of R&D innovations from in-house product development.

Education

WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management

WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management

LinkedIn

Business Administration and Management, General

2021-8 - 2023-1 · 1 yr 6 mos

Specializing in sales & marketing strategy definition & execution, consulting services.

Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management

Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management

LinkedIn

Intellectual Property Management

2021-11 - 2021-11 · 1 mo

Create and manage Intellectual Properties for corporates in the global market.

IMF Smart Education

IMF Smart Education

LinkedIn

Supply Chain Management

2013-9 - 2015-9 · 2 yrs 1 mo
Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Shanghai Jiao Tong University

LinkedIn

Food Science and Technology

2001-9 - 2005-6 · 3 yrs 10 mos

Siyang Chen's Contact Information

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