Business Development Lead

Cleantech Industry Resources; Chennai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance for employee and family

Spot Recognition bonus

Long Term Incentive policy

Regular team outings and events

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Business Development Specialist to drive growth in the solar energy sector. This role involves leveraging insights from the US energy market, building relationships with key clients, and collaborating with internal teams to craft effective customer acquisition strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business development, particularly within the solar industry, and should possess excellent analytical and communication skills. Join a collaborative team dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, where your contributions will directly impact the future of renewable energy.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years in business development focusing on solar energy projects.
• Strong analytical skills and entrepreneurial mindset required.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth by leveraging US energy market insights.
• Engage and maintain relationships with industry customers.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Strategy

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

MBA from Tier-I/II Indian B-School

MBA from top tier US B-School

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Job description

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Cleantech Industry Resources accelerates United States solar, battery storage and EV projects by providing turnkey development as a service including 100% internal systems engineering. The company deploys a leading team that spun out of the largest solar power producer in the world. This team operates within a sophisticated suite of software to support projects from land origination, through to commercial operation.

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What We Offer

• Opportunity to join a top-notch, collaborative team of professionals
• Fantastic team environment and collaborative culture
• Professional development opportunities to grow into an industry leader
• Medical Insurance for the employee and family
• Spot Recognition bonus for exceptional performance
• Long Term Incentive policy
• Regular team outings, events, and activities to foster a positive work environment

Our Commitment to Diversity

At CIR, we are dedicated to nurturing a diverse and equitable workforce that truly reflects our community. We deeply value each person’s unique perspective, skills, and experiences. CIR embraces all individuals, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or nationality. We are steadfast in our commitment to fostering a just and inclusive world through intentional policies and actions. Your individuality enriches our collective strength, and we strive to ensure everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered.

Position Summary

Drive growth by leveraging US energy market insights, building relationships with key clients, and pursuing solar development opportunities. Collaborate with internal teams, craft customer acquisition strategies, and prepare business presentations. Travel, especially to the US, and solar industry experience are advantageous.

Core Responsibilities

• Presence of market knowledge and ability to analyze industry scenarios
• Represent CIR to engage, develop and maintain relationships with potential or existing industry customers including large corporate houses, solar developers, financial institutions
• Ability to consistently pursue customers for new and repeat opportunities for solar development, engineering, and construction services
• Formulate a customer acquisition strategy and deploy it in coordination with the organizational goals
• Work closely with Strategy, Commercial, Legal, Accounts and Development teams.
• Responsible for preparing presentations on business development, strategy and internal management meetings.
• Relevant knowledge and experience in solar will be an added advantage
• Travelling is expected to be involved

Education Requirements

• Should hold an MBA from a Tier-I/II Indian B-School. MBA from top tier US B-School will also be considered
• Any additional credentials that reflect an ability to operate out of the box such as having background in finance, operations, strategy will be considered a plus

Technical Skills and Experience

Software Proficiency:

• MS Office
• Knowledge of AutoCAD is a bonus

Project Management:

• Experience in managing design projects from conception to implementation
• Ability to coordinate with other engineers and stakeholders
• Understanding of solar energy systems and their integration into existing infrastructure

Experience

7-10 years of demonstrated success in business development/sales, with a focus on solar energy projects.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be a go-getter with an enterprising attitude
• A self-starter, able to demonstrate high levels of initiative and motivation
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take ideas and run with them from concept to conclusion.
• Technical understanding of clean energy business processes
• Exceptional verbal and writing communication skills with superiors, peers, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The physical demands of this job require an individual to be able to work at a computer for most of the day, be able to participate in conference calls and travel to team retreats on a time-to-time basis. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Conditions

The work environment is usually quiet (normal city traffic noises are common), a blend of artificial and natural light, temperate and generally supports a collaborative work environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Cleantech Industry Resources, we embrace diversity and uphold a strong dedication to establishing an all-encompassing atmosphere for both our staff and associates. Our choices in employment are free from any bias related to race, creed, nationality, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, physical limitations, veteran status, or any other legally safeguarded attributes.

Being an integral part of Cleantech Industry Resources means you can expect to be immersed in a realm of professional possibilities within a culture that nurtures teamwork, adaptability, and the embracing of all.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Services for Renewable Energy

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