Business Development Manager - #1658341

Job Title: Business Development Manager – Commercial Renewables (Solar Industry)

Location: National - on road!

Reports To: Sales Director

Type: Full-Time

Salary: £50,000 salary + car / car allowance + uncapped commision OTE - £100,000

About Us

My client is a renewable energy company focused on delivering cutting-edge solar solutions to commercial and industrial clients. Our mission is to accelerate the transition to clean energy by providing innovative, cost-effective solar systems that reduce carbon footprints and energy costs.

Position Overview

As the Business Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving growth across our commercial solar division. You'll be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, managing client relationships, and developing strategies to expand our presence in the B2B solar market. This is a high-impact role with significant autonomy and room for growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend booked meetings from the leads generating team to develop relationship and close the deal.
• Pitching at C-Suit level.
• Develop and manage a robust sales pipeline across various sectors including manufacturing, agriculture, logistics, and retail.
• Lead client meetings and presentations, clearly communicating the technical and financial benefits of our solar solutions.
• Negotiate and close commercial contracts in line with company targets and customer needs.
• Monitor industry trends, policy changes, and competitor activity to inform strategy.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and exhibitions.
• Report regularly on KPIs, sales forecasts, and pipeline performance to senior leadership.
  
  

Requirements

• Proven experience (4+ years) in business development or sales.
• Strong understanding of Project development, and commercial sales cycles.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Financial acumen, with the ability to understand and communicate ROI, payback periods, and energy savings.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and capable of working independently or as part of a team.
• Proficiency with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed.
  
  

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