Key Account Manager – Utility-Scale BESS
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Jinko ESS is seeking a Key Account Manager for Utility-Scale BESS in Dubai. The role involves building strategic client relationships, managing the full sales cycle, and driving revenue growth in the energy storage sector.
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Responsibilities
- Build and nurture strong relationships with key decision makers in targeted clients including developers, IPPs, EPC firms, utilities, and governmental sector
- Independently lead the entire sales cycle from lead generation and proposal development to contract negotiation and closure
- Achieve sales targets and drive revenue growth by upselling and cross selling additional products and services
- Stay updated on BESS technologies, market trends, and regulatory changes affecting the energy storage industry
- Prepare account plans and present regular reports on account activities, sales forecasts, and customer feedback to senior management
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Renewable Energy, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in sales, account management, or business development in renewable energy or energy storage
- In depth knowledge of BESS technology, market trends, and key industry players
- Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in CRM software and MS Office Suite
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Job Summary
- The Key Account Manager for Utility Scale BESS is responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with strategic clients in the energy sector.
- The KAM will manage the entire sales cycle, from identifying client needs and negotiating contracts to ensuring successful project delivery and after sales support.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and nurture strong relationships with key decision makers in targeted clients, including developers, IPPs, EPC firms, utilities, and the governmental sector.
- Act as the primary point of contact for strategic accounts, addressing their needs and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Identify new business opportunities, focusing on utilities, IPPs, EPCs, and developers in the renewable energy sector.
- Independently lead the entire sales cycle, from lead generation and proposal development to contract negotiation and closure.
- Achieve sales targets and drive revenue growth by upselling and cross selling additional products and services.
- Early engagement with clients to understand their challenges and issues and convert it into opportunity.
- Stay updated on BESS technologies, market trends, and regulatory changes affecting the energy storage industry.
- Provide clients with detailed information about the technical aspects and benefits of BESS solutions.
- Conduct product demonstrations, presentations, and workshops to showcase BESS capabilities and advantages.
- Analyse market trends, client requirements, and competitor activities to shape sales strategies and product offerings.
- Prepare an account plan and present regular reports on account activities, sales forecasts, and customer feedback to senior management.
- Maintain accurate records of all sales activities, client communications, and contractual obligations in CRM systems.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Renewable Energy, or related field.
- Proven experience (typically 5+ years) in sales, account management, or business development, preferably within the renewable energy or energy storage sectors.
- In depth knowledge of BESS technology, market trends, and key industry players.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage complex client relationships and deliver results under tight deadlines.
- Experience working with cross functional teams and leading projects.
- Proficiency in CRM software and MS Office Suite.
Key Skills
- Strategic account management
- Sales and negotiation
- BESS technology expertise
- Cross functional collaboration
- Market analysis and business development
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Arabic language is an advantage
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