Sales Manager, Power Electronics SSA (m/f/d)

Canadian Solar is hiring a Sales Manager for Power Electronics in Cape Town, South Africa. The role involves driving sales in energy storage solutions, developing customer relationships, and collaborating with teams. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in the solar sector, strong negotiation skills, and be willing to travel. The position offers a hybrid work model with flexible hours and opportunities for professional development.
We are currently seeking a Sales Manager Power Electronics, who will be part of our newly established sales team dedicated to Energy Storage solutions in the EMEA region. In this role, you will be driving sales in South Africa.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:
• Responsible for the continued development of the solar inverter and residential storage pipeline in South Africa to achieve individual and company sales goals
• Analysis and acquisition of new customers in the Power Electronics segment and further development of existing accounts in the B2B business set up
• Building sustainable customer relationships through regular on-site visits
• Regular presence at trade fairs and customer-related events
• Good knowledge of own and competitor Power Electronics product portfolios
• Negotiating all contractual conditions; preparations of quotes
• Strong collaboration with the Power Electronics Business Development Team and the Technical Service Team
• Market monitoring, ability to make reliable forecasts
• Interface to order processing regarding supply, delivery, and payments
• Strong organization, negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret sales performance and market trend information
• Reliability and ability to work under pressure, high flexibility and willingness/ability to travel
• Results driven approach with high commitment and flexibility
• Excellent team skills and intercultural skills
• Business level in English, any other language will be an advantage
• Cape Town, South Africa
• Engineering studies preferred, alternatively business administration
• WELL CONNECTED in the field of solar business with at least 5 years working experience
• Good technical skills as well in Power Electronics (Inverters and of energy storage solutions)
• Familiar with the pursuing interests of the players in the different solar sectors
• High proficiency of MS Office applications and Sales Force.com
• Willingness to travell (approx. 50%)
• The atmosphere: A modern work environment, brimming with positive energy, healthy growth, and diverse teams
• Additional benefits: Attractive salary package, including company benefits , subsidies for childcare and more
• Balance: Hybrid work (working from home/at the office), flexible hours, as well as days off for special occasions
• Prospects: Individual professional development programs, training, and workshops
• Opportunities to influence the way we work: The freedom to contribute your own ideas and play a key role in shaping the future of our company
• Sustainability: Efforts include our zero waste office program, systematic recycling, bee keeping, planting trees and regular beach clean-ups
• Our rationale: Solar energy as a sustainable energy source, enabling the world to switch to clean, renewable energy
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Questions? Our HR team is here for you:
careers-europe@csisolar.com.
Canadian Solar EMEA GmbH | Human Resources | Radlkoferstr. 2 | 81373 München | www.csisolar.com/emea/
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