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Sales Manager Czech Republic (d/f/m)

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, International Business, Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related field
  • 3-7 years of experience in PV module sales, project development, or project-based business development within the solar industry
  • Fluent in Czech and English (professional working proficiency, C1 level)
  • Technical knowledge of solar PV systems and project structures is an advantage

Responsibilities

  • Drive market development and sales growth for PV modules in the Czech Republic, focusing on utility-scale and CI project opportunities
  • Develop new project customers and maintain strategic relationships with EPCs, developers, investors, utilities, and other key project stakeholders
  • Own the full sales cycle from opportunity identification through contract negotiation, signature, delivery coordination, and payment collection
  • Collect and analyse market, policy, and competitor information to support strategic planning and market positioning

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Negotiation
  • Analytical Skills

About the company

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JA Solar

Renewable Energy Equipment Manufacturing

Founded in 2005, JA Solar is a manufacturer of high-performance photovoltaic products. With multiple manufacturing bases and 13 sales subsidiaries around the world, the company’s business covers silicon wafers, cells, modules and PV power stations. JA Solar products are available in 165 countries and regions and are used extensively in ground-mounted power plants, commercial & industrial rooftop PV systems and residential rooftop PV systems. By the end of Q3 2023, the cumulative shipment of JA Solar reached 166GW. With its advantages of continuous technological innovation, sound financial performance, and well-established global sales and service networks, JA Solar has been well received and highly recognized by customers from home and abroad. The company has been listed on Fortune China 500 and Global Top 500 New Energy Enterprises for several consecutive years.

Company details

IndustryRenewable Energy Equipment Manufacturing
Company size10001

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Position, Location, Department 
Full-time | Czech Republic | Sales Europe 

Position Summary 

The Sales Manager Czech Republic is responsible for driving sales growth and market development for photovoltaic (PV) modules in the Czech Republic, with a primary focus on utility-scale and Commercial & Industrial (C&I) projects. The role also supports the development of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) opportunities and may contribute to selected business opportunities in neighbouring markets where relevant.

The role owns the full sales cycle from lead generation through contract negotiation, signature, and payment collection while building long-term customer relationships with EPCs, developers, investors, and key project stakeholders. This position is an individual contributor role with strong commercial ownership, a hands-on execution focus, and close coordination with internal and regional teams.


Reporting Line 
Reports to the Regional Sales Director 

Major Responsibilities 

  • Drive market development and sales growth for PV modules in the Czech Republic, with a primary focus on utility-scale and C&I project opportunities, while supporting the development of BESS business opportunities
  • Develop new project customers and maintain strategic relationships with EPCs, developers, investors, utilities, and other key project stakeholders.
  • Own the full sales cycle from opportunity identification through contract negotiation, signature, delivery coordination, and payment collection, ensuring timely conversion of opportunities into firm orders.
  • Draft and execute sales plans aligned with regional targets, project pipelines, and market strategy.
  • Negotiate pricing, volumes, and contractual terms in line with company policies and risk management requirements.
  • Coordinate with internal and headquarters teams to ensure successful project execution, delivery, and achievement of commercial objectives.
  • Manage customer portfolios, including pipeline development, forecasting, order tracking, and commercial risk management related to delivery schedules and payment security.
  • Collect and analyse market, policy, and competitor information to support strategic planning and market positioning.
  • Support brand promotion through trade fairs, conferences, technical seminars, and customer events.
  • Protect corporate interests and strengthen the company's market reputation in the Czech project market.

Performance Indicators 

  • Revenue and margin growth from project business 
  • Sales pipeline development and forecast accuracy 
  • Number and volume of successfully secured PV projects 
  • Timely contract execution and payment collection 
  • Customer acquisition and retention in project segment 
  • Market share growth within assigned project segments 
  • Quality and timeliness of reporting 

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Required Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, International Business, Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related field 
  • Typically 3-7 years of experience in PV module sales, project development, or project-based business development within the solar industry
  • Experience working with EPCs, developers, or project stakeholders in C&I or utility-scale solar projects is strongly preferred 
  • Technical knowledge of solar PV systems and project structures is an advantage 
  • Fluent in Czech and English (professional working proficiency, C1 level) 

Skills & Competencies 

  • Strong commercial mindset and negotiation skills with proven deal-closing capability 
  • Customer-focused and relationship-driven working style, particularly within project-based sales environments 
  • Structured and results-oriented execution approach with strong ownership of sales outcomes 
  • Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills across technical, commercial, and operational teams 
  • Ability to manage complex project sales cycles and multiple stakeholders simultaneously 
  • Team-oriented with a proactive and professional attitude 
  • Ability to analyze market data and translate insights into actionable sales strategies 
  • Strong alignment and communication skills when working with regional and headquarters teams 

Travel Requirement 
Regular travel within Czech Republic
Occasional travel within Europe

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