Solar Power Sales Manager

  • Full-time

Company Description

Our client is a conglomerate with operations across Nigeria’s most dynamic economic sectors. The Group is a dominant player in the transportation, power products, and IT-enabled service sectors which are critical to the sustained growth of the Nigerian Economy.

Job Description

Job Summary:

Our company is looking for a Solar Power Sales Manager who possesses strong technical knowledge of solar energy systems and has a proven ability to lead a sales team while providing technical guidance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in solar energy systems and a proven track record of driving sales while ensuring that technical solutions meet client needs.

Responsibilities

  • Train and mentor a team of solar power sales professionals.
  • Set clear sales goals and technical performance expectations for team members.
  • Utilize your deep technical knowledge to support the design and sizing of solar energy systems for residential, commercial, and industrial clients.
  • Collaborate with Service Engineers to ensure that solar solutions are both technically sound and aligned with customer requirements.
  • Identify market trends, regulatory changes, and technical advancements to refine sales strategies.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in the solar industry, including suppliers and industry organizations.
  • Lead the identification of new business opportunities, partnerships, and emerging markets in the solar industry.
  • Participate in industry conferences and forums to stay updated on technological advancements.
  • Prepare and deliver technical presentations that effectively communicate the benefits and specifications of solar solutions.

Qualifications

  • Educational Qualification Bachelor’s/Master’s degree or its equivalent in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Experience Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in solar sales with a strong technical background in solar energy systems. Minimum of 4 years of experience in a similar technical role
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • In-depth knowledge of solar system design, installation, and maintenance.
  • Demonstrated leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and mentor a sales team.
  • Self-motivated, result-oriented, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
  • Willingness to travel for site visits and client meetings as required.