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Commercial Solar Sales Executive
Job Location:
Job Location:
Durban - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
8 September 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
6 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Reference: JHB000296-JHBA-1
Job Title: Commercial Solar Sales Executive
Location: Durban
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly driven and experienced Commercial Solar Sales Executive to grow our commercial PV battery storage and backup power portfolio. This role is suited to a self-motivated results-driven individual with strong technical understanding of solar PV systems and proven B2B sales experience. The successful candidate will operate independently manage their own pipeline and drive projects from lead generation through to close and handover.
Job Title: Commercial Solar Sales Executive
Location: Durban
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly driven and experienced Commercial Solar Sales Executive to grow our commercial PV battery storage and backup power portfolio. This role is suited to a self-motivated results-driven individual with strong technical understanding of solar PV systems and proven B2B sales experience. The successful candidate will operate independently manage their own pipeline and drive projects from lead generation through to close and handover.
Duties & Responsibilities
Minimum Requirements:
- Proven sales experience (minimum 35 years) in: Solar PV renewable energy electrical solutions or related technical industries.
- Strong technical understanding of solar PV systems including: grid-tied & hybrid systems and battery storage & back-up solutions.
- Experience in commercial / B2B sales (essential).
- Valid drivers license and willingness to travel within KZN.
- Computer literacy (email spreadsheets proposals CRM or similar systems).
- Proactively identify develop and close sales opportunities in the commercial agricultural industrial and institutional sectors.
- Promote and sell commercial PV systems battery storage solutions and backup power systems.
- Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline through networking referrals site visits and lead follow-up.
- Conduct client needs analyses and propose suitable technical solutions in collaboration with the technical team.
- Prepare and present proposals quotations and return-on-investment (ROI) discussions.
- Develop long-term relationships with clients consultants property owners and decision-makers.
- Act as the key point of contact from initial engagement through project confirmation.
- Ensure accurate handover to operations and maintain post-sale client engagement where required.
- Maintain accurate records of leads opportunities and sales activities.
- Follow internal sales processes and reporting requirements.
- Work closely with engineering procurement and installation teams to ensure feasible and deliverable solutions.
Package & Remuneration
plus Basic Salary Commission (performance-based)
Required Experience:
IC
