Bussiness Development Manager - Energy Industry

An exciting opportunity awaits you with a leading organisation in the renewable energy sector, as they seek an enthusiastic Business Development Manager to join their vibrant team in Ho Chi Minh City, focusing on the dynamic southern region of Vietnam.

What you'll do:

As a Business Development Manager based in Ho Chi Minh City with a focus on southern Vietnam, you’ll be at the heart of driving renewable energy investments forward. Your days will be filled with identifying promising opportunities across sectors—from solar rooftops to battery storage systems—and building lasting partnerships with key players who share your passion for sustainability. You’ll guide collaborations from inception through execution by negotiating contracts, planning strategically with customers and contractors, and ensuring every milestone is met efficiently. Networking events and marketing campaigns will keep you connected with new leads while close communication with internal teams ensures seamless project delivery. By representing the organisation at industry events and nurturing relationships nationwide, you’ll help elevate its reputation as a trusted leader in clean energy solutions. Your interpersonal skills will be central to achieving ambitious goals in this energetic role.

• Source and develop exciting new investment opportunities in solar rooftop, solar farm, direct Power Purchase Agreements (dPPA), energy efficiency initiatives, battery energy storage systems (BESS), electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS), M&A projects, and other forward-thinking business ventures within the renewable energy sector.
• Establish strong partnerships and foster collaboration across diverse industries for commercial and industrial projects, ensuring long-term value creation for all stakeholders involved.
• Champion partnership efforts from initial concept through to successful completion—including analysis and negotiation of contract terms, strategic planning, pricing strategies, and diligent follow-up with customers and contractors.
• Execute comprehensive business strategies and plans aimed at securing a robust pipeline of greenfield projects in renewable technology solutions such as rooftop solar installations, energy efficiency upgrades, and advanced storage systems.
• Generate leads through account profiling, targeted marketing campaigns, business networking events, and other effective market penetration strategies designed to maximise project acquisition.
• Qualify potential partner enterprises by developing strong relationships aligned with the organisation’s business strategy; create compelling proposals tailored to each organisation’s unique needs.
• Identify key decision makers within target organisations; present solutions persuasively; negotiate terms; overcome challenges; and secure signed contracts that advance both parties’ interests.
• Coordinate project development activities with internal teams—including legal, engineering, construction, and finance—and external parties as needed to prioritise deliverables and ensure milestones are achieved on time and within budget.
• Represent the organisation at renewable energy events as a speaker or industry leader; nurture the company’s presence throughout Vietnam by establishing relationships at all levels of authority.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on project progress, key performance indicators, strategic insights; analyse market trends; conduct weekly meetings; monitor monthly/quarterly business plans; support team members during project cycles.

What you bring:

To thrive as a Business Development Manager in this forward-thinking organisation within Vietnam’s renewable energy landscape, you’ll bring hands-on experience managing solar project development from both technical and commercial perspectives. Your educational background—ideally at Bachelor or Master level—will empower you to understand intricate details of business administration or engineering processes. Fluency in Vietnamese is crucial for building rapport locally while perfect English skills allow seamless interaction internationally; any additional language capabilities further enhance your versatility. You should possess deep familiarity with banking procedures as well as foreign investment frameworks so that financial negotiations run smoothly. A thorough grasp of regulatory requirements ensures compliance at every stage while your talent for crafting flexible proposals means you can adapt quickly when circumstances change. Leadership qualities shine through your previous sales management roles where teamwork was paramount; meanwhile your interpersonal strengths help foster trust among colleagues/clients alike. Attention to detail keeps reporting accurate even under pressure—and your enthusiasm for networking ensures continued growth opportunities across Vietnam’s vibrant market.

• Native Vietnamese language proficiency is essential for effective communication across all levels of local stakeholders.
• Bachelor or Master Degree in Business Administration, Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Finance or Sales provides a solid foundation for understanding complex project requirements.
• At least three years of hands-on experience developing solar projects within the renewables sector—including financing arrangements or sale/acquisition transactions—is required for success.
• Perfect English communication skills are mandatory for engaging international partners; additional proficiency in Mandarin, Japanese or Korean is considered advantageous.
• Familiarity with banking practices and foreign capital investment environments enables you to navigate financial negotiations confidently.
• Comprehensive understanding of solar industry businesses along with relevant regulations ensures compliance throughout project lifecycles.
• Capacity for flexible proposal development combined with negotiation expertise allows you to engage effectively with customers, subcontractors, partners and government offices alike.
• Proven leadership abilities in sales management activities—especially across industrial zones—demonstrate your capability to drive results collaboratively within diverse teams.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills are vital for building trust-based relationships both internally among colleagues and externally with clients or authorities.
• Detail-oriented approach coupled with a result-driven mindset ensures accuracy in reporting while maintaining client focus throughout all stages of project development.
• Excellent oral/written communication skills paired with coordination capacity enable you to manage multiple priorities simultaneously without compromising quality.
• Networking appetite combined with enthusiasm for meeting new clients supports ongoing business expansion efforts; willingness for frequent national travel is required.
• Rigorous organisational mindset helps maintain structure amid complex multi-stakeholder projects.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a trailblazer within Vietnam’s renewable energy sector thanks to its unwavering commitment towards sustainability combined with an inclusive workplace culture that values collaboration above all else. Employees benefit from supportive leadership focused on personal/professional growth—whether through structured training programmes or flexible working arrangements designed around individual needs. The company actively encourages knowledge sharing between departments so everyone feels connected regardless of their role or location. Frequent national travel offers exposure beyond traditional office settings while participation at industry events provides unique platforms for thought leadership development. With access to cutting-edge technologies spanning solar power generation/storage plus electric vehicle infrastructure deployment—you’ll be part of an ambitious team dedicated not just towards commercial success but also making tangible contributions towards Vietnam’s clean energy future. Above all else: this is an environment where dependable professionals thrive together by sharing ideas openly & supporting one another every step along their journey.

What's next:

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