Business Development Manager

Qmax Test Equipments; Chennai; In loco; INR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Performance incentives

Growth opportunity

Exposure to cutting-edge battery tech

Travel allowance

Descrizione del lavoro

Qmax Ion Pvt Ltd, based in Chennai, is expanding its South India business in Li-ion cells, modules and packs. The Senior Sales Executive/BDM will own the full sales cycle from lead generation to contract closure, working with engineering and R&D to tailor solutions.

The role demands 2–5 years B2B battery sales, travel across India, and strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills; opportunities for growth and incentives are offered.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical/Chemical, or Science; MBA in Marketing/Sales is an advantage.
• 2–5 years of experience in B2B sales or business development, preferably in batteries, EVs, power electronics, renewable energy, or industrial products.
• Proven record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Working knowledge of lithium-ion battery technology (LFP, NMC, cell vs. pack, BMS) is strongly preferred.
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and CRM tools.
• Willingness to travel within the region and across India as needed.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, or Hindi is a plus.

Mansioni

• Identify, develop, and close new business opportunities with OEMs, EV manufacturers, ESS integrators, telecom and solar companies, and industrial customers.
• Manage and grow relationships with existing key accounts to drive repeat business and upselling.
• Understand customer requirements (capacity, voltage, chemistry, form factor, BMS needs) and work with the technical and R&D teams to propose suitable solutions.
• Prepare and present proposals, quotations, and technical-commercial presentations to customers.
• Lead pricing discussions, commercial negotiations, and contract closures.
• Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets and revenue goals.
• Track market trends, competitor activity, pricing, and government policy (PLI, FAME, ESS incentives) and share insights with management.
• Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions, and industry events.
• Maintain accurate pipeline, forecasts, and customer data in the CRM system.
• Coordinate with production, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction.

Conoscenze

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Negotiation skills

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Science

MBA in Marketing/Sales (advantage)

Strumenti

MS Office

CRM tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Senior Sales Executive / Business Development Manager Lithium-Ion Batteries

Location: Chennai / Coimbatore / Bangalore / Hyderabad (India) Department: Sales & Business Development Employment Type: Full-time, permanent Experience: 2–5 years Reports To: Head of Sales / Regional Sales Manager

About the Company

Qmax Ion Pvt Ltd, based in Chennai, is a lithium-ion battery manufacturer building high-performance energy storage solutions for electric mobility, energy storage systems (ESS), telecom, and industrial applications. We are growing fast and looking for a driven sales professional to expand our customer base and strengthen our market presence across South India.

Role Summary

The Senior Sales Executive / Business Development Manager will own the full sales cycle for our lithium-ion cell, module, and battery pack offerings: from identifying and qualifying leads to negotiating contracts and building long-term customer relationships. The role suits someone who combines technical understanding of battery products with strong commercial and relationship-building skills.

Target Industries

• Electric Vehicles (EV)
• Solar & Renewable Energy
• Energy Storage Systems (ESS)
• UPS & Power Backup
• Industrial Equipment
• Automotive
• Material Handling Equipment
• OEM/ODM Manufacturers

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and close new business opportunities with OEMs, EV manufacturers, ESS integrators, telecom and solar companies, and industrial customers.
• Manage and grow relationships with existing key accounts to drive repeat business and upselling.
• Understand customer requirements (capacity, voltage, chemistry, form factor, BMS needs) and work with the technical and R&D teams to propose suitable solutions.
• Prepare and present proposals, quotations, and technical-commercial presentations to customers.
• Lead pricing discussions, commercial negotiations, and contract closures.
• Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets and revenue goals.
• Track market trends, competitor activity, pricing, and government policy (such as PLI scheme, FAME, and ESS incentives) and share insights with management.
• Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions, and industry events.
• Maintain accurate pipeline, forecasts, and customer data in the CRM system.
• Coordinate with production, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Chemical) or Science; MBA in Marketing/Sales is an advantage.
• 2–5 years of experience in B2B sales or business development, preferably in batteries, EVs, power electronics, renewable energy, or industrial products.
• Proven record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Working knowledge of lithium-ion battery technology (such as LFP, NMC, cell vs. pack, BMS) is strongly preferred.
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and CRM tools.
• Willingness to travel within the region and across India as needed.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, or Hindi is a plus.

Preferred Skills

• Existing network with EV OEMs, ESS integrators, telecom operators, or industrial buyers.
• Experience handling tenders, RFQs, and long sales cycles.
• Understanding of battery safety standards and certifications (AIS-156, IEC 62619, UN 38.3, BIS).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple accounts.

Key Performance Indicators

• Revenue and order-booking targets achieved
• Number of new accounts acquired
• Pipeline growth and lead-to-order conversion rate
• Customer retention and satisfaction
• Timely payment collection

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance-linked incentives
• Opportunity to grow with a fast-expanding clean-energy company
• Exposure to cutting-edge battery technology and a high-growth market
• Travel allowance and other benefits as per company policy