Sales & Business Development Consultant – Energy/Solar Industry

Bright Placements; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Placements in Gauteng is seeking a motivated Sales & Business Development Consultant to drive new business in the energy/solar sector and to manage and grow key client relationships from first contact through to project delivery.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of energy/solar sales experience, proven abilities in new business development and account management, excellent negotiation and presentation skills, and a stable, long-term commitment to the team.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant sales experience in energy, solar, renewable energy, or related industry.
• Proven experience in sales and business development and in both new business and existing account management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with excellent negotiation and presentation abilities.
• Stable employment history showing commitment and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within energy and solar markets.
• Generate leads and convert prospects into new clients.
• Manage and grow an existing client portfolio.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Prepare quotations, proposals and sales presentations.
• Develop and maintain a strong sales pipeline.
• Meet and work towards agreed sales targets and BD objectives.
• Maintain records of client interactions and sales activities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a smooth customer journey.
• Provide professional after-sales service and long-term relationships.

Skills

New Business Development

Sales & Lead Generation

Account Management

Client Relationship Management

Negotiation & Closing Skills

Market Awareness

Communication & Presentation Skills

Target Achievement

Pipeline Management

Problem-Solving

Professionalism and Reliability

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Sales & Business Development Consultant to join our team on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving new business, managing existing client relationships, identifying sales opportunities, and contributing to the overall growth of the business within the energy/solar sector.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in energy or solar sales, excellent relationship-building abilities, and a proven track record in business development and achieving sales objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the energy and solar market.
• Generate leads and convert prospects into new clients.
• Manage and grow an existing client portfolio.
• Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with new and existing clients.
• Conduct client consultations to understand requirements and recommend suitable solutions.
• Prepare and present quotations, proposals, and sales presentations.
• Follow up on leads, quotations, and prospective business opportunities.
• Develop and maintain a strong sales pipeline.
• Meet and work towards agreed sales targets and business development objectives.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions, opportunities, and sales activities.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities within the energy/solar industry.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure a smooth customer journey from initial enquiry through to completion.
• Provide professional after-sales service and maintain long-term client relationships.

Minimum Requirements

• 3–5 years’ relevant sales experience within the energy, solar, renewable energy, or related industry.
• Proven experience in sales and business development.
• Demonstrated experience in both new business acquisition and existing account management.
• A proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• A stable employment history demonstrating commitment, reliability, and longevity in previous positions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent negotiation and presentation abilities.
• Target-driven with a strong commercial and results-oriented approach.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
• Must be available for full-time employment.

Key Skills & Competencies

• New Business Development
• Sales & Lead Generation
• Account Management
• Client Relationship Management
• Negotiation & Closing Skills
• Business Development
• Customer Service
• Market Awareness
• Communication & Presentation Skills
• Target Achievement
• Pipeline Management
• Problem-Solving
• Professionalism and Reliability

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for a stable, committed, and commercially driven sales professional who understands the energy/solar industry and can confidently manage both new and existing business. The successful candidate should be relationship-focused, proactive, target-driven, and genuinely interested in becoming a long-term member of the team.