Business Development Manager | Solar Energy
Business Growth, Strategic Partnerships & Renewable Energy Sales
Are you an experienced business development professional with a strong background in B2B sales and a passion for renewable energy?
We are looking to hire a Business Development Manager to identify new business opportunities, build strategic client relationships, and drive sales growth for premium solar and energy storage solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Urehgab is more than a recruitment agency; we are a growth partner for innovative teams across Africa. We specialize in building high-performing sales, marketing, and operations teams for industries like tech, manufacturing, hospitality, education, and financial services. From executive search to strategic hiring campaigns, we help our clients hire smart and grow fast.
Are you an experienced business development professional with a strong background in B2B sales and a passion for renewable energy?
We are looking to hire a Business Development Manager to identify new business opportunities, build strategic client relationships, and drive sales growth for premium solar and energy storage solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and develop new business opportunities within the renewable energy market, including residential, commercial, and industrial segments.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers, corporate clients, developers, consultants, and partners.
- Drive the full sales cycle from lead generation to closure, including prospecting, presentations, proposal development, negotiation, and contract signing.
- Conduct market research to identify trends, competitor activity, and new business opportunities.
- Develop and execute strategic business development plans to achieve revenue and growth targets.
- Prepare and present technical and commercial proposals in collaboration with engineering and solutions teams.
- Negotiate contract terms and ensure successful deal closure.
- Collaborate with technical, project, and operations teams to ensure seamless project delivery after contract award.
- Manage and grow key accounts to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Maintain an active sales pipeline using CRM tools and provide accurate sales forecasting.
- Represent the company at industry events, exhibitions, and networking functions.
- Monitor market pricing, industry trends, and policy changes affecting renewable energy adoption.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, pricing structures, and business ethics.
- Prepare regular reports on sales performance, pipeline status, and market insights for management.
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5–8 years of experience in business development or B2B sales, preferably in renewable energy or related technical industries.
- Proven track record of achieving sales targets and closing high-value deals.
- Experience in solar PV, energy storage systems, or power solutions is highly preferred.
- Strong business development and sales skills.
- Excellent client relationship management and networking abilities.
- Strong negotiation and deal-closing skills.
- Ability to identify market opportunities and develop strategic business plans.
- Strong presentation and proposal development skills.
- Market research and competitive analysis skills.
- Sales pipeline management and forecasting skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with technical, project, and operations teams.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to business ethics.
Urehgab is more than a recruitment agency; we are a growth partner for innovative teams across Africa. We specialize in building high-performing sales, marketing, and operations teams for industries like tech, manufacturing, hospitality, education, and financial services. From executive search to strategic hiring campaigns, we help our clients hire smart and grow fast.