Solar Business Development Manager

For almost half a century, NSI Projects have been helping corporate and SME businesses to optimise their business spaces and following an ever-increasing demand for solar PV systems, NSI Energy was launched to provide turnkey solar solutions for our commercial customers. We specialise in designing, developing, and installing solar energy projects and we do it with the highest possible standards of service, H&S and competence.
We are seeking an exceptional Business Development Manager to be our Solar Business Development Manager for the UK, playing a pivotal role in driving the growth of our commercial solar business.
You will be responsible for identifying and capitalising on opportunities with new and existing customers, forging strategic partnerships and cultivating relationships with key suppliers. This role offers a unique opportunity to help NSI build a substantial business where the sky is the limit.
This is no ordinary job as we need someone with the motivation and vision to work directly with the MD to help us expand NSI Energy and to incorporate other renewable energy and sustainability services.
Key Responsibilities:-
* Lead the identification, pursuit and acquisition of new business opportunities.
* Build a robust pipeline of potential projects and customers, recording all activity on the CRM system.
* Cultivate lasting relationships with stakeholders, and act as a trusted advisor and advocate for our solar solutions.
* Work with colleagues and suppliers to develop and present compelling proposals to potential customers and negotiate contract terms and conditions to achieve the most favourable outcomes for NSI.
* Actively collaborate with the NSI team to ensure new jobs are comprehensively handed over and provide additional support to the project managers as required.
* Support the leadership team to develop new propositions to boost revenue and profitability.
Here are some of the qualities we are looking for:-
* Proven sales experience in the renewable energy industry.
* Excellent networking, communication and negotiation skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels.
* Results-driven mindset with a track record of exceeding sales targets
* Proactive and self-motivated attitude, with a willingness to learn, adapt and take on new challenges.
* The capability to take on a more senior role within two years
* Based within commuting distance to Leyland (North West) with a clean driving licence and a willingness to travel throughout the UK
In return we will provide:-
* a salary up to £55k, uncapped commission and company bonus
* a fully expensed car or car allowance
* a company pension scheme
* the potential for hybrid working
* the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and growing a fledgling division within a long established business
* a collaborative work environment with strong opportunities for career development