Job Title: Business Development Manager - Solar
Industry: Renewable Energy / Solar
Job Location: Lagos Industry, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Business Development Director
Experience Required: Minimum of 4–5 years in business development, preferably in the energy or solar sector
About the Company
Our client is a leading renewable energy company committed to delivering smart, efficient, and scalable solar power solutions across Nigeria. Her focus is to empower businesses and communities through clean energy, innovation, and exceptional engineering service delivery.
Job Summary:
Our client is seeking an ambitious and results-driven Business Development Manager to join our fast-growing solar energy company. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in identifying new business opportunities, forging strategic partnerships, and driving revenue growth. This role requires a strong understanding of the renewable energy landscape, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to develop and close high-value deals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify, pursue, and convert business opportunities in the solar energy sector across B2B and B2C markets.
- Develop and implement growth strategies aligned with company goals and market trends.
- Build and maintain relationships with corporate clients, developers, NGOs, and government stakeholders.
- Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations, proposals, and technical briefs to prospective clients.
- Conduct market research to identify customer needs, emerging trends, and the competitive landscape.
- Lead contract negotiations and close deals that meet revenue and profitability targets.
- Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure project feasibility and timely delivery.
- Represent the company at industry events, exhibitions, and stakeholder meetings.
- Monitor sales pipeline, forecast revenue, and provide regular performance reports to management.
- Provide insights to improve product offerings and customer experience based on feedback and market intelligence.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
- 4–5 years of experience in business development or sales, preferably within the solar or broader renewable energy industry.
- Strong commercial acumen with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
- Excellent networking, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Knowledge of solar technologies, energy financing models, and regulatory frameworks is a plus.
- Proficiency in CRM tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Self-motivated, strategic thinker with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Preferred:
- Experience working with energy service companies (or solar integrators)
- Familiarity with off-grid, on-grid, and hybrid solar power solutions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₦500,000.00 - ₦750,000.00 per month
Application Deadline: 30/09/2025
