Business Head - Solar Business

Key Responsibilities

Business Strategy & Leadership

- Develop and implement a comprehensive business strategy aligned with company goals.

- Identify emerging market opportunities, partnerships, and new business models in the solar energy sector.

- Drive revenue growth and profitability through strategic sales, marketing, and operational plans.

- Establish short-term and long-term business objectives with clear KPIs.

Sales & Business Development

- Build and execute sales strategies to expand the customer base and market share.

- Lead customer engagement, negotiations, and relationship management.

- Ensure strong brand positioning in the solar energy marketplace.

- Explore government tenders, subsidies, and policy-driven opportunities for business growth.

Operations & Delivery

- Oversee production, distribution, and delivery of solar products and services.

- Ensure compliance with quality standards, regulatory frameworks, and safety requirements.

- Implement process improvements for operational efficiency and cost optimization.

- Drive digital transformation and automation initiatives in operations.

Team Management & Stakeholder Collaboration

- Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of engineers, sales, and operations staff.

- Build a high-performance culture that values accountability, innovation, and customer focus.

- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver on business goals.

- Represent the company in industry forums, conferences, and regulatory bodies.

Financial & Compliance Oversight

- Manage the P&L for the solar business unit.

- Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation plans.

- Ensure compliance with industry standards, environmental policies, and statutory requirements.

- Monitor risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Required Qualifications & Skills

- Masters degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred).

- 10-12years of professional experience, with at least 5+ years in leadership roles in the solar/renewable energy sector.

- Proven expertise in business development, sales management, and revenue generation.

- Strong knowledge of solar technologies, market trends, and regulatory requirements.

- Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.

- Experience in project management, operational oversight, and compliance management.

- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and build strong stakeholder relationships.

- Strategic thinker with the ability to drive innovation and organizational growth.

Preferred Skills

- Experience with large-scale solar projects (utility or commercial rooftop).

- Knowledge of financial modeling and investment strategies in the renewable energy domain.

- Exposure to digital tools, CRM systems, and ERP platforms.