Sales Manager – C&I & KUSUM Solar Projects
OPENING DETAIL
Number of vacancies
3
Location
Gurgaon, Mumbai, Chennai
Job Purpose
Drive revenue growth in the Commercial & Industrial (C&I) rooftop/ground-mount solar segment and KUSUM Scheme (PM-KUSUM) projects through new client
acquisition, channel development, and government scheme participation, ensuring market share expansion and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
- Business Development & Sales
- Identify and pursue C&I clients (factories, warehouses, institutions) for rooftop and ground-mounted solar installations.
- Drive lead generation and conversion for KUSUM projects through interaction with farmers, DISCOMs, and state nodal agencies.
- Understand client requirements, propose customized solar solutions, and lead techno-commercial discussions.
- Participate in state-level tenders, empanelment processes, and subsidy-based schemes under KUSUM Components A, B, and C.
- Market & Channel Development
- Build and manage channel partners/dealers/agents for lead generation and last-mile execution.
- Maintain a healthy pipeline of opportunities across geographies and segments.
- Map competition activities and provide insights to develop pricing and positioning strategy.
- Tendering & Government Interface
- Liaise with government bodies, DISCOMs, and MNRE/State Nodal Agencies for KUSUM schemes.
- Prepare required documentation for bids, EOI, and subsidy claims.
- Monitor policy updates and eligibility norms across various states and provide inputs to the central strategy team.
- Execution Support & Customer Relationship
- Coordinate with internal teams (design, EPC, finance) to ensure timely proposals, contract finalization, and execution.
- Conduct site visits, stakeholder presentations, and pre-sales technical discussions.
- Ensure smooth customer onboarding and post-sale service support.
Key Requirements:
EDUCATION:
- B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Mechanical/Energy, MBA preferred
EXPERIENCE:
- 3–8 years of experience in solar project sales, with at least 1–2 years in C&I or KUSUM verticals
- Familiarity with MNRE guidelines, state-specific KUSUM policies, rooftop net metering, and open access desirable
SKILLS:
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Proficiency in MS Office, CRM, and digital sales tools
- Ability to travel frequently and work in rural/semi-urban markets (for KUSUM)