PR Sales Manager – Renewable Energy & Energy Storage

PT Talenta Eksekutif Asia; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

PT Talenta Eksekutif Asia is seeking a PR Sales Manager to drive energy storage and solar module sales in Africa. This on-site role focuses on expanding market presence, building strong customer relationships, and achieving growth targets across multiple countries in the assigned market.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of overseas sales experience, a solid network in renewable energy, and the ability to manage complex, international opportunities while traveling regularly to meet clients

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of overseas sales experience, with 2+ years in energy storage/solar/renewable sectors.
• Fluency in English and local language; willingness to travel.
• Strong knowledge of international sales processes and market development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies for energy storage and solar module products in the assigned market.
• Identify new business opportunities, customers, distributors, and strategic partners.
• Manage existing customer relationships and develop long-term commercial partnerships.
• Achieve sales targets and implement business plans aligned with company strategy.
• Monitor market conditions, payment status, and competitive activity.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation

Adaptability

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor's degree or above

Job description

This role requires the candidate to work on-site in the assigned market: South Africa, Nigeria, Tanzania, Ghana, or Zimbabwe.

Client Overview

Our client is a leading global renewable energy company specializing in photovoltaic (PV) products, energy storage solutions, solar modules, and integrated clean energy systems. With a strong international presence and an established global sales network, the company serves customers across multiple markets and continues to expand its footprint in the rapidly growing renewable energy sector.

As part of its international growth strategy, the company is strengthening its commercial operations across key African markets. The organization is seeking an experienced sales professional who can develop regional business opportunities, strengthen customer relationships, and drive the adoption of energy storage and solar solutions.

Job Role

The PR Sales Manager will be responsible for driving sales and business development activities for energy storage and solar module products within the assigned market. This role will focus on developing customer relationships, expanding market presence, achieving sales targets, and identifying new commercial opportunities across the renewable energy sector.

The position requires a commercially driven professional with strong knowledge of overseas sales, market development, and the energy storage industry. The successful candidate will work closely with customers, distributors, partners, and internal teams to strengthen market penetration and support long-term business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies for energy storage and solar module products within the assigned market.
• Identify new business opportunities, customers, distributors, and strategic partners to expand market coverage.
• Manage existing customer relationships and develop long-term commercial partnerships.
• Achieve assigned sales targets and execute business plans in accordance with company strategy.
• Monitor customer feedback, commercial developments, payment status, and market conditions to protect business interests.
• Conduct market research and monitor industry policies, regulations, competitor activities, and market trends.
• Provide market intelligence and business recommendations to support regional growth strategies.
• Plan and participate in exhibitions, conferences, customer meetings, and other business development activities.
• Prepare regular sales, market development, and customer activity reports for management.
• Coordinate with internal teams to address customer requirements and resolve commercial or technical issues.
• Maintain strong communication with customers and key industry stakeholders across the assigned territory.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of overseas sales experience, with at least 2 years of experience in energy storage, solar, photovoltaic, or related renewable energy sectors.
• Strong understanding of international sales processes, market development, and business practices within the assigned region.
• Established customer, distributor, channel, or industry network within the renewable energy or energy storage market is highly desirable.
• Experience conducting market research, competitor analysis, and industry intelligence to support business development.
• Proven ability to develop new accounts, manage key customers, negotiate commercial terms, and achieve sales targets.
• Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, adaptability, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to independently manage business development activities and work effectively in a fast-paced international environment.
• Candidates with experience working for Chinese-invested or Chinese-funded companies are preferred.
• Fluency in English and the relevant local language is required.
• Willingness to travel regularly within the assigned market for customer visits, exhibitions, conferences, and business development activities.