Account Manager (Commericial & Industrial Solar - South Africa)

Growatt New Energy; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic energy solutions company seeks a Key Account Manager to drive business development for commercial & industrial energy storage solutions. The ideal candidate will leverage their technical expertise and local network to engage clients and promote products effectively. This role focuses on building relationships and providing pre-sales support in the evolving South African energy market.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of commercial and industrial (C&I) solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and power electronics.
• In-depth knowledge of the South African electricity landscape and pricing structures.
• Possesses established network of stakeholders within the South African market.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage potential commercial & industrial clients for energy storage solutions.
• Build and maintain relationships with local installers, EPC contractors, and decision-makers.
• Provide technical and commercial guidance to clients.
• Monitor electricity market trends and regulatory changes.
• Effectively communicate the value proposition through presentations and meetings.

Skills

Technical understanding of C&I solar systems

Knowledge of South African electricity landscape

Established local network

Communication and presentation skills

Learning agility

Job description

Account Manager (Commercial & Industrial Solar - South Africa)

We are seeking a dynamic Key Account Manager to drive business development and customer engagement for our commercial & industrial (C&I) energy storage solutions in South Africa.

This role focuses on identifying new clients, building strategic partnerships, and supporting pre‑sales activities to expand our footprint in the South African energy market.

Responsibilities

• Business Development: Identify and engage potential commercial & industrial clients for energy storage solutions, including industrial facilities, commercial businesses, and renewable energy projects.
• Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with local installers, EPC contractors, distributors, and key decision‑makers in the energy sector.
• Pre‑Sales Support: Provide technical and commercial guidance to clients, including system design, feasibility analysis, and proposal development.
• Market Intelligence: Monitor South Africa's electricity market trends, pricing policies, and regulatory changes to identify business opportunities.
• Product Promotion: Effectively communicate the value proposition of our C&I energy storage solutions through presentations, meetings, and industry events.

Qualifications

• Technical Background: Solid understanding of commercial and industrial (C&I) solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and power electronics.
• Market Expertise: In‑depth knowledge of the South African electricity landscape, including current electricity pricing structures, market dynamics, the regulatory environment, and future energy trends.
• Local Network: Possesses an established network of key local stakeholders within the South African market, including C&I installers, EPC contractors, and distributors.
• Core Responsibilities: Leverage technical knowledge, market insights, and local relationships to effectively promote and drive the adoption of our company's C&I solar products and solutions in South Africa.
• Personal Attributes: Demonstrates strong learning agility to quickly grasp new technologies and market shifts, coupled with excellent communication and presentation skills to articulate value propositions persuasively.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Business Development and Customer Service

Industries: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing