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Director of Sales - Solar Energy Solutions

Director of Sales - Solar Energy Solutions

Confidential JobsBengaluru, Republic Of India, IN
7 hours ago
Job description

Job Title : Chief Sales Officer – Solar Energy Business

Location : Bangalore

Reporting To : Board of Directors

No. of Positions : 1

Position Overview :

The Chief Sales Officer (CSO) will spearhead the overall growth strategy and business leadership of the company’s Solar Energy vertical , overseeing all aspects of Product Sales and Solar Project

The CSO will be responsible for end-to-end business development, sales management, tendering, commercials, revenue realization, billing, collections, customer relationship management , and team leadership , ensuring sustainable growth and profitability.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Business Growth & Market Development

  • Formulate and execute strategic plans for business expansion across Solar Products, IPP, and EPC projects in Utility and C&I sectors.
  • Identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities with industrial, institutional, and utility-scale clients.
  • Develop partnerships and alliances with key stakeholders to enhance market presence and brand visibility.
  • Define and deliver annual business, revenue, and profitability targets for each business line.

2. Tendering, Bidding & Project Acquisition

  • Lead tendering, proposal preparation, and bid management for Government, PSU, and Private sector projects.
  • Ensure timely and accurate submission of techno-commercial proposals in collaboration with Engineering, Finance, and Legal teams.
  • Evaluate project risk, financial viability, and profitability prior to bid submission.
  • Oversee negotiation and finalization of contracts and project awards.
  • 3. Revenue, Commercials & Collections

  • Manage the complete order-to-cash process including order booking, billing, collections, and receivables.
  • Drive financial discipline across sales and project operations to ensure margin protection.
  • Review and control commercial terms and conditions in line with business policies.
  • 4. EPC & IPP Project Coordination

  • Coordinate closely with Engineering, Projects, and Supply Chain teams to ensure timely and quality project execution.
  • Oversee IPP project development, including PPA management, land acquisition, and regulatory compliance.
  • Ensure operational excellence from PO receipt to product dispatch and project commissioning .
  • 5. Product Sales & Portfolio Management

  • Lead the Solar Product Sales business targeting C&I and distributed generation clients.
  • Provide strategic direction for product development, pricing strategy, and market positioning.
  • Monitor market trends, customer requirements, and competitor activities to maintain a competitive edge.
  • 6. Customer Relations & Business Retention

  • Maintain strong relationships with key customers, EPC partners, consultants, and government bodies.
  • Ensure timely resolution of client concerns, high customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Represent the organization in key industry forums and business associations.
  • 7. Leadership & Team Management

  • Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing Sales, Tendering, and Commercial team.
  • Promote a culture of ownership, performance excellence, and teamwork.
  • Set clear KPIs, conduct periodic reviews, and ensure delivery against business objectives.
  • Qualifications & Experience :

  • Education : Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering;
  • MBA preferred.

  • Experience : Minimum 20+ years in Sales, Business Development, and Commercial Operations in the Solar Energy / Renewable Energy industry .
  • Proven experience in managing Solar Product Sales and Project Businesses (IPP & EPC models) across Utility Scale and C&I segments .
  • Strong understanding of bidding processes, project development, execution models, and power purchase structures .

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