Business Development Manager – BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) | ZTE Saudi Arabia | Saudi Arabia

ZTE Saudi Arabia; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

ZTE Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive the growth of its Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) business across Saudi Arabia. This role focuses on market expansion, strategic partnerships, sales execution, and customer engagement within utility-scale and commercial energy storage projects, supporting the Kingdom’s renewable energy and energy transition initiatives.

The successful candidate will work closely with developers, EPC contractors, utilities, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy & Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3–5+ years of business development or sales experience within the renewable energy sector.
• Proven experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) or utility-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business growth strategies for utility-scale and C&I storage solutions.
• Lead end-to-end sales activities, engage with key stakeholders, and identify opportunities.
• Build strategic relationships with IPPs, developers, EPC contractors, utilities, and distributors.
• Coordinate tender preparation, bids, and contract negotiations.
• Provide sales forecasts, pipeline reports, and market analytics.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Renewable Energy

Business Administration

BESS

Tender management

Sales experience

Strategic partnerships

Communication

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher

Related discipline

Job description

Job Title: Business Development Manager – BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) | ZTE Saudi Arabia | Saudi Arabia

Recruiting Company: ZTE Saudi Arabia

Job Location: Saudi Arabia

Job Type: Full-Time

Nationality Requirement: Saudi National

Industry: Renewable Energy & Energy Storage

Experience Required: 3–5+ Years

Specialization: Utility-Scale and Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Focus Areas: Business Development, Sales, Strategic Partnerships, Energy Storage Solutions

Email Subject: Business Development Manager – BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems)

Position Summary

ZTE Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive the growth of its Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) business across Saudi Arabia. This role focuses on market expansion, strategic partnerships, sales execution, and customer engagement within utility-scale and commercial energy storage projects, supporting the Kingdom’s growing renewable energy and energy transition initiatives.

Detailed Job Description

As a Business Development Manager – BESS, you will be responsible for developing and executing business growth strategies for utility-scale and commercial energy storage solutions. You will lead end-to-end sales activities, engage with key stakeholders across the energy ecosystem, and identify opportunities to increase market penetration and revenue growth. The successful candidate will work closely with developers, EPC contractors, utilities, power authorities, and internal teams to develop competitive solutions and secure strategic energy storage projects. This role requires a blend of commercial expertise, technical understanding of battery energy storage technologies, and strong relationship-management capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development strategies to achieve annual revenue, order intake, and profitability targets.
• Identify, qualify, and develop new business opportunities within the utility-scale and C&I energy storage sectors.
• Manage the complete sales lifecycle from opportunity identification to contract award and project handover.
• Lead tender preparation, bidding activities, technical-commercial alignment, and contract negotiations.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with Independent Power Producers (IPPs), developers, EPC contractors, utilities, and distributors.
• Develop and expand ZTE’s presence within the Saudi energy storage market.
• Conduct market research and competitive intelligence to support strategic decision-making.
• Monitor regulatory developments, grid requirements, and energy market trends.
• Collaborate with pre-sales, product management, legal, finance, supply chain, and delivery teams.
• Ensure competitive commercial offerings and successful project execution.
• Represent the company during customer meetings, industry forums, and business development activities.
• Provide accurate sales forecasts, pipeline reports, and market analysis.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy & Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3–5 years of business development or sales experience within the renewable energy sector.
• Proven experience specifically within Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), utility‑scale storage projects, or C&I energy solutions.
• Strong understanding of energy storage markets, grid integration, and energy sector regulations.
• Experience managing tenders, bids, proposals, and contract negotiations.
• Strong commercial awareness and business development expertise.
• Ability to identify the …
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Strong analytical and market assessment capabilities.
• Fluency in English.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience working with utility companies, power authorities, or large renewable energy developers.
• Existing network of contacts across Saudi Arabia’s renewable energy ecosystem.
• Knowledge of battery technologies including Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) and related storage systems.
• Understanding of Power Conversion Systems (PCS) and Energy Management Systems (EMS).
• Familiarity with industry standards such as UL9540, IEC, and energy storage safety frameworks.
• Experience working with EPC contractors and large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of grid modernization, renewable integration, and energy transition initiatives.

Recruitment Pro Tip

For BESS business development roles, employers look for demonstrated commercial success in the renewable energy sector. Highlight the value of projects won, revenue generated, tenders managed, partnerships established, and large-scale energy projects delivered. Candidates who can clearly demonstrate a combination of technical understanding, commercial leadership, and strong relationships within the Saudi energy market will stand out during the selection process.