Business Development Manager (Solar & Heat pumps)

ZipRecruiter; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy solutions is seeking a Business Development Manager to identify and develop new opportunities with commercial clients. The role involves building relationships, promoting energy-saving solutions, and achieving sales targets. Candidates should have proven experience in business development, particularly within the renewables sector, and possess excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Benefits

Company car

Competitive pay

Company pension

Opportunities for career growth

Quarterly bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development within renewables, construction, or HVAC.
• Strong network among house builders and commercial decision-makers.
• Knowledge of Solar PV and/or Heat Pump systems.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities with commercial clients.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with key decision-makers.
• Promote renewable energy solutions and generate leads.

Skills

Business Development

Negotiation

Communication

Job description

Job Description

Responsibilities:

1. Identify and develop new business opportunities with commercial clients, including developers, house builders, and architects.
2. Build and maintain effective working relationships with key decision-makers.
3. Promote the company’s renewable energy solutions, highlighting cost and energy-saving benefits.
4. Generate leads through networking, site visits, outreach, and industry events.
5. Follow up on warm leads and convert opportunities into confirmed contracts.
6. Prepare and present tailored proposals and quotations to prospective clients.
7. Negotiate commercial terms and close deals in line with company targets.
8. Work closely with technical and delivery teams to ensure projects are delivered as promised.
9. Maintain accurate records within the CRM system, tracking opportunities and client engagement.
10. Consistently meet or exceed agreed sales targets.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in business development, ideally within the renewables, construction, or HVAC sectors.
• Strong network of contacts among house builders, developers, and commercial decision-makers.
• Knowledge of Solar PV and/or Heat Pump systems.
• Confident communicator with excellent negotiation and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated and able to manage your own workload effectively.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable:

• Experience supporting clients in specifying renewable energy systems at the design stage.
• Understanding of government incentives and regulations related to renewables.
• Familiarity with CRM tools and sales pipeline management.

Benefits:

• Company car
• Competitive pay
• Company pension
• Opportunities for career growth
• Quarterly bonus

Job Details:

• Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Hours: Monday – Friday, 8am – 4pm
• Pay: £40,000 - £45,000 basic (£75-80k OTE)