Role Purpose :
To lead the commercial and sales strategy, drive revenue growth, expand market share, and build sustainable partnerships in the solar energy sector. The CCO will play a pivotal role in translating the companys vision into actionable go-to-market strategies that strengthen profitability and customer engagement.
Key Responsibilities :
Strategic Leadership :
- Define and execute commercial strategy in alignment with organizational objectives.
- Spearhead new business models including CAPEX / OPEX, solar EPC, rooftop and utility-scale solar projects, and solar-as-a-service.
- Lead strategic pricing, market segmentation, and competitor intelligence.
Revenue & Market Expansion :
Own revenue targets and P&L for the commercial division.Drive customer acquisition across industrial, commercial, and residential segments.Expand channel partner ecosystem and third-party collaborations.Explore untapped geographies and product diversification opportunities.Sales Operations & Team Development :
Build, coach, and lead high-performing sales and business development teams.Implement performance metrics, incentive plans, and CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, Zoho).Optimize sales funnel, forecasting accuracy, and customer lifecycle management.Partnerships & Alliances :
Forge long-term strategic alliances with EPCs, OEMs, government bodies, and financing institutions.Manage vendor and client relationships, ensuring contractual compliance and service excellence.Policy Advocacy & Industry Representation :
Liaise with government, DISCOMs, and regulatory authorities to influence favorable policies and participate in solar tenders and initiatives.Represent the company at industry forums, renewable energy summits, and investor briefings.Key Requirements :
Education : MBA (Sales / Marketing / Business Strategy) / B.E. or B.Tech in Electrical / Mechanical / Energy Engineering preferred.Experience : 8-15 years in Sales & Business Development; minimum 5 years in a leadership role within the solar / renewables / energy sector.Proven Track Record :
Achieving multi-crore revenue targetsLeading large EPC / B2B / Channel-based teamsManaging public / private sector solar projectsWorking with utility and regulatory bodiesKey Competencies :
Strategic Thinking & Commercial AcumenMarket Development & Deal StructuringStakeholder Management & NegotiationAnalytical Decision-Making & ROI FocusLeadership, Coaching & Change ManagementDeep understanding of solar project lifecycle, government policies, and financing modelsPreferred candidate profile : 8+ Experience in Solar Industry in must.(ref : iimjobs.com)