Sales Executive – Renewable Energy Solutions

KingsleyIrons Recruitment; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking a highly driven Sales Executive to expand Renewable Energy Solutions. The ideal candidate will leverage their sales expertise and knowledge of the South African electricity market to develop business opportunities. Responsibilities include engaging clients, negotiating agreements, and providing accurate sales forecasts. A minimum of 3 years' experience in energy sales is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in energy sales or renewable energy.
• Proven track record of closing high-value energy deals.
• Strong understanding of South Africa’s energy market.

Responsibilities

• Identify and close new business opportunities for wheeling agreements.
• Engage stakeholders to promote Virtual Power solutions.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Energy sales experience

Understanding of regulatory frameworks

Proficiency in MS Office

Client relationship management

Negotiation skills

Tools

MS PowerPoint

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Projects

Job description

This leader in Renewable Energy is seeking a highly driven Sales Executive – Renewable Energy Solutions to lead the expansion of its Virtual Power and Wheeling offerings to commercial and industrial (C&I) clients. This exciting role combines sales expertise with a deep understanding of the South African electricity market, regulatory frameworks, and energy trading models. The ideal candidate will have the ability to identify opportunities, structure complex agreements, and build long-term partnerships that accelerate the transition to cleaner, smarter energy.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in energy sales, renewable energy, or related infrastructure sectors.
• Proven track record of closing high-value energy deals (wheeling or PPA sales advantageous).
• Strong understanding of South Africa’s energy market, regulatory environment, and wheeling mechanisms.
• Proficiency in MS PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and MS Projects.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Main Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and close new business opportunities for wheeling and large-scale energy supply agreements.
• Engage key stakeholders including corporate clients, municipalities, Eskom, and regulatory bodies.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to promote the company’s Virtual Power solutions.
• Develop tailored proposals and presentations based on client needs and financial goals.
• Negotiate and close complex supply agreements ensuring profitability and long-term value.
• Collaborate with technical, finance, and legal teams to ensure compliance and feasibility.
• Monitor market trends, regulatory updates, and competitor activity to shape strategy.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and client meetings.
• Provide accurate sales forecasts, reports, and pipeline updates to management.
• Support solution design for virtual PPA, aggregation, and energy trading propositions.

Application

Should you meet the above minimum requirements, please submit your CV and a copy of your ID and Qualifications to [Email Disabled] . Please quote the TITLE of this vacancy in the subject line of your email as reference. Our consultants will assess your suitability to the vacancy. Should you not receive a response within 2 weeks please consider your application unsuccessful, however we will retain your CV and details on our database in accordance with POPIA and will contact you in the near future should a suitable position become available.

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