Product Manager â Solar Finance

Jordan HR; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewables distributor in Johannesburg is seeking a Product Manager – Solar Finance to drive the growth of finance offerings, especially in commercial and agricultural sectors. The successful candidate will develop the product portfolio and establish partnerships, requiring 3+ years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. This role emphasizes direct sales and knowledge of renewable energy finance, ideal for those with agricultural insight.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in product development, sales, or business development.
• Success in product strategy and direct B2B sales.
• Knowledge of renewable energy finance trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop the company's finance product portfolio.
• Negotiate products with banks and financiers.
• Build commercial partnerships.
• Manage product-market fit.
• Streamline processes for finance products.
• Sell directly to installers and end-users.

Skills

Product development

B2B sales

Renewable energy finance knowledge

Commercial partnerships

Understanding of agriculture

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Renewable Energy

Job description

SUMMARY :

A leading renewables distributor company that offers the largest portfolio of solar panels and energy storage systems, based in Johannesburg, is looking for a Product Manager – Solar Finance. The individual will be responsible for leading the growth of the company's finance offerings, with an initial focus on the commercial and agricultural sectors.

POSITION INFO : Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Renewable Energy, or equivalent practical experience.

Desired experience

• 3+ years’ experience in product development, sales, or business development in finance, renewable energy, agri-tech, or commercial energy sectors.
• Demonstrated success in both product strategy and direct B2B sales to commercial clients or rural / agricultural end-users.
• Knowledge of renewable energy finance trends and their application across different customer segments.
• Experience working with or selling into SMEs and larger commercial operations.
• Familiarity with agriculture and irrigation systems, especially in Southern African markets.
• Existing relationships with organizations like Grain SA, Southern Africa Agri Initiative (SAAI), or commercial solar integrators.

Key responsibilities

• Develop the company's finance product portfolio.
• Negotiate products with banks / financiers.
• Build commercial partnerships.
• Manage product-market fit.
• Streamline internal processes for efficient handling and processing of finance products.
• Sell directly to installers / EPCs and end-users, whether farmers facing seasonal power outages or commercial businesses seeking solutions to reduce utility costs and adopt clean, affordable energy alternatives.