PR Sales Manager - Renewable Energy & Energy Storage

About the role

A leading global renewable energy company, which supplies photovoltaic products, energy storage solutions, solar modules and integrated clean energy systems, is strengthening its commercial operations in key African markets. It is looking for an experienced sales professional to act as PR Sales Manager for energy storage and solar module products in one of the assigned markets: South Africa, Nigeria, Tanzania, Ghana or Zimbabwe. The role is on-site in the assigned market.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies for energy storage and solar module products in the assigned market.
• Identify new business opportunities, customers, distributors and strategic partners to expand market coverage.
• Manage existing customer relationships and build long-term commercial partnerships.
• Achieve assigned sales targets and carry out business plans in line with company strategy.
• Monitor customer feedback, payment status, market conditions, industry policies, regulations, competitors and trends, and provide market intelligence and recommendations.
• Plan and take part in exhibitions, conferences, customer meetings and other business development activities.
• Prepare regular sales, market development and customer activity reports for management.
• Work with internal teams to resolve commercial or technical issues and maintain strong communication with customers and industry stakeholders.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or above in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Renewable Energy or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of overseas sales experience, including at least 2 years in energy storage, solar, photovoltaic or related renewable energy sectors.
• Strong understanding of international sales processes and market development in the assigned region; a network of customers, distributors or channels in the renewable energy market is highly desirable.
• Experience in market research, competitor analysis and industry intelligence; proven ability to develop new accounts, negotiate commercial terms and achieve sales targets.
• Fluency in English and the relevant local language; willingness to travel regularly within the assigned market.
• Candidates with experience in Chinese-invested or Chinese-funded companies are preferred.