Business Development Manager - Offtake (m / f / d)

Energiequelle Gmbh; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic business development leader to drive renewable energy projects. This role involves leading the development of business cases for wind, photovoltaic, and battery energy storage systems, while also building relationships with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in renewable energy, particularly in the South African market, and a passion for sustainable solutions. Join a forward-thinking company that values personal responsibility and offers attractive benefits, including medical coverage and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Flexible Working Hours

Medical Coverage

Extensive Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in business development in renewable energy.
• Strong understanding of wind and solar energy in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of business cases for Wind, PV, and BESS projects.
• Identify and build a pipeline of Renewable Energy offtakers.

Skills

Business Development

Renewable Energy Knowledge

Client Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Master's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Description

• Lead the development of business cases for Wind, PV, and BESS projects.
• Develop power offtake concepts for Renewable Energy projects (PPAs, P2x, etc.).
• Identify and build a pipeline of Renewable Energy offtakers.
• Develop energy savings models to demonstrate the business case.
• Responsible for PPA offers, negotiations, and closure.
• Support strategic pipeline planning according to market requirements.
• Develop marketing strategies to build customer contacts.

Your Profile

• Bachelor's or master's degree in business administration, engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in business development within the renewable energy sector.
• Strong understanding of the renewable energy industry, including wind and solar energy in South Africa.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, investors, and partners.
• Proactive and open personality with a passion for Renewable Energy.
• Willingness to travel extensively.
• Business fluency in English.

Why Us?

• Competitive salaries and flexible working hours.
• Personal responsibility and short decision-making processes.
• Attractive benefits including medical coverage.
• Extensive training and regular development opportunities.

About Us

Drive the energy transition forward with us!

Energiequelle is a project developer and operator of wind energy, photovoltaic plants, substations, and storage facilities. We realize innovative energy supply solutions. With around 550 employees across Germany, France, Finland, Poland, South Africa, and Greece, we are an owner-managed, internationally active company—passionate, courageous, and human.