Business Development Manager , San Jose, CA, USA

My client is an internationally recognized wind company who is involved in development of wind farms in the USA and across Europe. They have been involved in some of the major projects that have taken place internationally in recent years and are a key player in the international energy market. They are expanding their wind sector as a result of the increased demands in the market.

Core Criteria:

My client is looking for a deal maker to play an integral role in the development of new business in the US market. They require an experienced business development manager with a proven track record in negotiations and closing deals in the Wind sector. You will report directly into the Director of Business development and play an major role in the expansions of the companies wind program.

Responsibilities

• ·         You will work across the USA in order to attract new business and work on closing deals in order to secure that my clients wind farm developments in the on and offshore wind market
• ·         You will lead and negotiate projects with key clients within the wind market gaining contacts and forming relationships that will secure ongoing business for the company
• ·         You will use your strong negotiation skills and technical training to explain the USP of the wind department with potential clients
• ·         You will be required to developed relationships with new clients, negotiate and carry through the business process with key clients in the US wind sector
• ·         During these negotiations you will perform to the highest standard in order to encourage brand awareness and quality awareness for the company
• ·         You will source new sites and opportunities that my client can be involved in and develop business relationships and opportunities in those markets
• ·         Work with company directors throughout the US to establish key relationships and understanding of the Wind company

Education

A relevant degree in either engineering or business management

Core Requirements:-

• ·         3-6 years experience working in a business development or commercial role in the renewable energy market
• ·         1-2 years experience working in the wind industry in the USA
• ·         Experience in developing and maintaining customer relationships
• ·         Advanced spoken and written English
• ·         Able and willing to travel throughout the USA
• ·         Exceptional negotiations skills and a strong technical mindset
• ·         Experience in a managerial role is beneficial

General requirements

• ·         Ability to travel internationally
• ·         Ability to communicate across all levels of an organization
• ·         Ability to work under deadline pressure and deliver high quality results
• ·         Strong presentation skills

Key Skills:-

Wind energy experience, team leading and training, business development, wind farm development, project development, sales, onshore, offshore, wind turbine technical knowldge and strong negotiation skills

For more information please send a Word copy of your CV to jobs@viridiumassociates.com, call us on +44 (0) 203 005 5560, or visit www.viridiumassociates.com.  No PDFs please. We can only respond to applicants with relevant experience as detailed above.