Senior Commercial Manager - Renewable Energy Projects

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Comprehensive health and retirement

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic Sandton work environment

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Commercial Manager for our client in Sandton, Gauteng. You will shape commercial strategy for renewable energy projects, lead contract negotiations, and oversee financial performance across portfolios.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in finance, contract management, and business development within energy/infrastructure, with PPA experience and robust stakeholder engagement skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Law, or related field.
• MBA or equivalent is a plus.
• 6+ years in commercial management, business development, or contract negotiation, preferably in the Energy or infrastructure sectors.
• Proven track record in developing and executing commercial strategies.
• Strong financial modeling, project finance, and investment analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commercial strategies for renewable energy projects, including business case development and financial modeling.
• Lead contract negotiations with suppliers, partners, and off-takers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
• Manage commercial aspects of project development, construction, and operation phases.
• Analyze market trends, regulatory changes, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and risks.
• Oversee project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, government agencies, and industry partners.
• Prepare commercial reports, presentations, and proposals for senior management and external parties.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities within the renewable energy sector.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant commercial, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage commercial risks associated with projects and portfolios.

Skills

Financial modeling

Project finance

Investment analysis

Contract negotiation

PPA experience

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Law, or related field

MBA or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and growing force in the Energy sector, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Commercial Manager to join their team in Sandton, Gauteng . This role is crucial for the financial and contractual success of renewable energy projects. You will be responsible for developing commercial strategies, managing contract negotiations, and overseeing the financial performance of project portfolios. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in finance, contract management, and business development, with specific experience in the renewable energy or infrastructure sectors. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the commercial aspects of sustainable energy development and contribute to the growth of a leading company in the Energy market. The hybrid work model ensures a balance between strategic remote work and essential in-person collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commercial strategies for renewable energy projects, including business case development and financial modeling.
• Lead contract negotiations with suppliers, partners, and off-takers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
• Manage commercial aspects of project development, construction, and operation phases.
• Analyze market trends, regulatory changes, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and risks.
• Oversee project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, government agencies, and industry partners.
• Prepare commercial reports, presentations, and proposals for senior management and external parties.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities within the renewable energy sector.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant commercial, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage commercial risks associated with projects and portfolios.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Law, or a related field. An MBA or equivalent is a plus.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in commercial management, business development, or contract negotiation, preferably within the Energy or infrastructure sectors.
• Proven track record in developing and executing successful commercial strategies.
• Strong understanding of financial modeling, project finance, and investment analysis.
• Expertise in contract drafting and negotiation, with experience in PPA (Power Purchase Agreements) or similar energy contracts.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Experience with renewable energy technologies (solar, wind, etc.) is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in relevant software, including MS Office Suite and financial modeling tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the renewable energy field.
• A dynamic work environment contributing to the sustainable energy transition in Sandton.

Hybrid work flexibility.