Business Development Manager

SolarEdge Technologies; St. Neots; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative company at the forefront of smart energy technology as a Business Development Manager. In this dynamic role, you will identify and close sales opportunities, develop strategic partnerships, and drive market share growth in the residential sector. With a focus on collaboration and customer service, you'll work closely with various stakeholders to enhance product offerings and ensure sales targets are met. This position offers the flexibility of home-based work, with opportunities for travel across the UK. If you're a motivated go-getter with a passion for renewable energy, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in business development or sales in housing segments.
• Strong negotiation and customer service skills.
• Ability to convey technical product benefits simply.

Responsibilities

• Identify and close sales opportunities in the UK market.
• Develop relationships with solar distribution channels.
• Provide revenue forecasts and maintain customer records.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Negotiation

Customer Relationship Management

Market Analysis

Technical Aptitude

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

CRM Systems

Job description

Power the Future with us!

SolarEdge (NASDAQ: SEDG), is a global leader in high-performance smart energy technology, with over 4,000 employees, offices in 34 countries, and millions of products installed in over 133 countries.

Our diverse product offering comprises intelligent solar inverters, battery storage, backup systems, EV charging, and complete home energy management ecosystems.

By leveraging world-class engineering capabilities and with a relentless focus on innovation, we strive to create a world where clean, green energy from the sun is the primary source of power for our homes, businesses, and just about everywhere we thrive.

SolarEdge is looking for a Business Development Manager in the UK. You will be responsible for progressing existing and developing new opportunities across different partner’s businesses and developing successful sales strategies, to grow high volume residential opportunities. You will help drive SolarEdge revenue and market share.

What will you be doing?

• · Identify and close sales opportunities in the UK, in accordance with the Company’s overall strategic plans and financial objectives in the region
• Develop and maintain relationships with solar distribution channels and strategic accounts, including installers, house builders, consultants, local authorities, and housing associations.
• Provide revenue forecasts and review sales results to ensure targets are being met; take corrective action where required
• Maintain accurate and up to date customer records in the company CRM system
• Assist the product management teams to define and improve the product portfolio for use in the residential market by regularly gathering feedback from customers, business partners and closely monitoring industry trends
• Provide input regarding marketing and product positioning strategies specific to the territory
• Successfully execute our brand and messaging strategy and act as an external evangelist of the brand
• Attend tradeshows and conferences
• Liaise with the local and international teams to ensure that sales targets are being defined and met

Requirements:

• Minimum 3+ years Experience working in business development or sales in new build or social housing segments
• Great negotiation skills
• Solid and verifiable track record of overachievement and verifiable record of successfully growing market share
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to understand the technical workings of the SolarEdge product line and convey the advanced technical product benefits to potential customers in easy-to-grasp terms
• Proven track record of identifying, negotiating/converting and closing deals
• Ability to identify and convert new accounts while maintaining existing relationships
• Demonstrated success in operating effectively in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced, complex, rapid growth environment
• A distinct customer service focus
• Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills.
• Fluent English
• A hungry go-getter with a strong can-do and hands-on attitude.
• An energetic, highly motivated and driven person
• Team player
• Home based, location is flexible
• Regular travel within the UK required, international travel may also be required on an occasional basis
• Full, clean, driving license

SolarEdge recognizes its talented and diverse workforce as a key competitive advantage. Our business success is a reflection of the quality and skill of our people.

SolarEdge is committed to seeking out and retaining the finest human talent to ensure top business growth and performance.