Solar Brand Ambassador

Vital Element; Kloof; Presencial; ZAR 360 000 - 540 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Vital Element is seeking a results-driven Solar Brand Ambassador to own a leading solar portfolio nationwide. You will drive sales growth, profitability, and market share, acting as the portfolio's General Manager with full revenue and margin accountability.

You will build strong customer and supplier relationships nationwide, lead brand ambassadors, and translate market insights into actionable sales strategies across branches, EPCs, installers, and key accounts.

Qualificações

• Matric / Grade 12 Senior Certificate.
• Diploma or Degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Management, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years in solar, renewable energy, electrical distribution, product or brand management.
• Proven track record in achieving sales targets and managing supplier relationships.
• 5+ years in the South African solar/electrical market.
• Experience in forecasting, product launches, channel development, and national branch networks.
• Exposure to installers, EPCs, and commercial/industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of solar products and renewable energy markets.
• Commercial acumen in revenue, gross profit, margin, and P&L management.
• Proficiency in forecasting, stock planning, CRM, and structured sales processes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Analytical ability with attention to revenue, margin, and stock performance.
• Strong leadership, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure and drive resolution

Responsabilidades

• Sales growth: Achieve monthly and annual sales and gross profit targets.
• Supplier partnerships: Manage and strengthen supplier relationships.
• Customer engagement: Drive adoption and conversion with branches, installers, EPCs, and key accounts.
• Commercial accountability: Full P&L responsibility for revenue, gross profit and margin.
• Opportunity pipeline: Oversee national opportunities and CRM tracking.
• Market intelligence: Monitor competitors and customer feedback for actionable strategies.
• Leadership: Coach Brand Ambassadors to improve support, adoption, and conversion rates.

Conhecimentos

Sales strategy

Brand management

Key accounts management

Forecasting

Leadership

Negotiation

Customer engagement

Formação académica

Diploma or Degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Management, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Ferramentas

CRM systems

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Introduction

Our Client is looking for a results‑oriented Solar Brand Ambassador to take full commercial ownership of a leading solar portfolio. This role is about driving sales growth, profitability, and market share while positioning the brand as a leader in the renewable energy space. You will act as the “General Manager” of the portfolio, accountable for revenue and margin performance, and responsible for building strong customer and supplier relationships nationwide.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Sales growth: Achieve monthly and annual sales and gross profit targets, ensuring sustainable market‑share expansion
• Supplier partnerships: Manage and strengthen strategic supplier relationships to maximize commercial opportunities
• Customer engagement: Drive adoption and conversion by working closely with branches, installers, EPCs, and key accounts
• Commercial accountability: Carry full P&L responsibility, including revenue, gross profit, and margin performance
• Opportunity pipeline: Maintain oversight of national opportunities, ensuring accurate CRM tracking and progression
• Market intelligence: Monitor competitor activity, pricing, and customer feedback, converting insights into actionable sales strategies
• Leadership: Coach and enable supporting Brand Ambassadors to improve customer support, product adoption, and conversion rates

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Matric / Grade 12 Senior Certificate
• Diploma or Degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Management, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 3–5 years in solar, renewable energy, electrical distribution, product or brand management
• Proven track record in achieving sales targets and managing supplier relationships
• 5+ years in the South African solar/electrical market
• Experience in forecasting, product launches, channel development, and national branch networks
• Exposure to installers, EPCs, and commercial/industrial projects
• Strong understanding of solar products and renewable energy markets
• Commercial acumen in revenue, gross profit, margin, and P&L management
• Proficiency in forecasting, stock planning, CRM, and structured sales processes
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Analytical ability with attention to revenue, margin, and stock performance
• Strong leadership, customer service, and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure and drive resolution

Package & Remuneration

Market related