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Business Development Specialist (Utilities & Solar)

Business Development Specialist (Utilities & Solar)

FedgroupSandton, Gauteng, South Africa
1 day ago
Job description

Note : This role is with Matriarch, a Fedgroup partner company.

About Us

Matriarch optimizes energy and property assets with advanced IoT technology, ensuring efficiency, sustainability, and measurable returns. It delivers industry-leading Solar O&M and customized Utilities Management solutions, always keeping the client front of mind. By driving innovation, Matriarch empowers both clients and employees for long-term success in a rapidly evolving energy landscape.

Purpose of the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business Development Specialist to drive the growth of our innovative utility management solutions. This role is ideal for a driven professional with experience in the utilities management or property management industry, who is passionate about improving outdated practices and appreciates the value of cutting-edge technology. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in expanding our client base, promoting our proprietary IoT device and associated services, and driving the success of our utilities management division.

Responsibilities

Client Acquisition

  • Identify and prospect new opportunities within utilities and property management, targeting organisations that can benefit from Matriarch’s solutions
  • Build pipelines through research, industry networking, referrals, and attendance at sector-specific events
  • Develop tailored proposals, business cases, and presentations that showcase Matriarch’s value proposition
  • Lead clients through the full acquisition journey from initial engagement to contract negotiation and onboarding

Solution Selling

  • Clearly articulate the benefits of Matriarch’s proprietary IoT device and remote metering services, demonstrating their accuracy, efficiency, and cost-saving impact compared to manual or legacy approaches
  • Conduct product demonstrations, proof-of-concepts, and workshops to align solutions with client requirements
  • Engage both technical and commercial stakeholders, adapting messaging for executives, financial decision-makers, and operational teams
  • Relationship Management

  • Establish and maintain trust-based relationships with clients to foster long-term partnerships
  • Leverage an existing professional network in the utilities and property sectors to generate high-quality leads
  • Act as a key point of contact for client queries during the acquisition and onboarding process, ensuring expectations are met
  • Track client satisfaction and feed back insights to internal teams to refine service delivery
  • Strategic Growth

  • Design and implement robust sales strategies to achieve ambitious client acquisition and revenue growth targets
  • Regularly review performance against KPIs, providing insights and recommendations to senior management
  • Identify opportunities for cross-selling and upselling within the broader Matriarch portfolio (solar O&M, utilities management, asset optimisation)
  • Market Analysis

  • Continuously monitor utilities and property management industry trends, emerging regulations, and competitor activities
  • Identify gaps in current service offerings and position Matriarch’s solutions as disruptive, technology-driven alternatives
  • Provide market intelligence to support product development and strategic decision-making
  • Collaboration

  • Partner with Operations, Asset Management, and Client Retention teams to ensure smooth onboarding, efficient handovers, and ongoing client satisfaction
  • Share client feedback to support continuous improvement of products, services, and operational processes
  • Collaborate with marketing to create compelling campaigns and client engagement initiatives
  • Qualification and Experience

    Educational Background

  • Diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field preferred
  • Additional certifications in sales, energy, or utilities advantageous
  • Experience

  • Proven track record in business development, sales, or account management within utilities management, property management, or renewable energy sectors
  • Demonstrated success in driving revenue growth and closing complex B2B deals
  • Strong professional network within utilities / property industries is highly desirable
  • Experience working with technology-driven solutions or IoT products is advantageous
  • Skills and Competencies

  • Strong understanding of utilities and C&I Solar management challenges, inefficiencies, and opportunities for technology-driven transformation
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical solutions for non-technical audiences
  • Commercially astute with strong negotiation and closing skills
  • Analytical thinker with the ability to identify market opportunities and translate them into actionable strategies
  • Self-starter with a results-driven mindset and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
  • Collaborative, client-first approach with the ability to work cross-functionally across technical, operations, and service delivery teams
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