Solar Sales Manager
Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Surya International Enterprises Pvt Ltd
Surya International Enterprises is a forward-looking company specializing in solar energy solutions, electronics and battery systems. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products, outstanding customer service, and forging strong partnerships with channel partners and B2B clients. As we scale, we’re looking for a dynamic sales leader to spearhead our growth in Hyderabad.
Develop and execute a strategic sales plan for solar products (panels, inverters, storage batteries, etc.) in the Hyderabad region to meet and exceed targets.
Manage channel sales: recruit, train, motivate, and monitor distributors, dealers, and retailers; ensure they are aligned with company goals, policies, and performance metrics.
Drive B2B sales: identify, approach, and close bulk/large-scale contracts with businesses, institutions, developers, commercial establishments, and government entities.
Leverage experience in electronics and battery sales to cross-sell and up-sell complementary products and systems to both channel partners and direct clients.
Conduct market research to identify new opportunities, competitive threats, and emerging trends in solar, batteries, and electronics.
Build, manage, and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders: vendors, suppliers, partners, clients, and technical teams.
Prepare forecasts, sales budgets, and reports; track progress against targets; analyse variance and take corrective actions.
Lead, mentor, and manage a sales team: setting performance standards, coaching, training, conducting performance reviews.
Collaborate with marketing, product, operations, technical & installation teams to ensure smooth execution and customer satisfaction.
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, quality standards, and safety norms in all sales and deployment activities.
Bachelor’s degree in Electronics / Electrical Engineering / Business Administration or related field. A Master’s degree or MBA is a plus.
Proven experience (typically 5-8+ years) in solar sales, electronics sales, and battery products. At least 2-3 years in channel sales and B2B / institutional / commercial sales.
Strong knowledge of solar technology (PV modules, inverters, storage systems), battery chemistry & applications, electronics product market.
Demonstrated ability to build and manage a high-performing channel partner network.
Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Able to build credibility with senior stakeholders.
Analytical mindset: ability to interpret data, forecast, set KPIs and implement strategies to achieve or exceed targets.
Leadership skills: able to manage, coach, and motivate a sales team.
Good understanding of the Hyderabad / Telangana market: competitors, customer preferences, regulatory / subsidy environment in solar.
Willingness to travel within region as needed.
Proficiency in CRM tools, MS Office (Excel especially), sales forecasting tools.
Meeting or exceeding quarterly and annual sales targets in terms of revenue and units.
Growth in number and sales volume from channel partners (dealers/distributors).
Number and value of B2B contracts closed.
Gross margin / profitability per transaction (ensuring discounts/costs are managed).
Customer satisfaction, timely delivery and execution.
Team performance: sales team turnover, training effectiveness, partner retention etc.