Branch Manager - SPL Distribution Shop=Eldoret at Safer Power Ltd

ROLE OVERVIEW

• The Branch Manager is the commercial and operational leader of the solar distribution shop.
• This role demands a seasoned sales professional with deep technical knowledge of solar products who can build customer relationships, lead a small team, achieve revenue targets, and represent the SPL Global Distribution brand in the market.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive branch sales targets for solar panels, inverters, batteries, HVAC products, and related electrical components.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with contractors, solar technicians, devel- opers, C&I clients, and individual customers. Lead, coach, and appraise the branch team including sales staff, cashier, and tech- nical/store staff.
• Oversee day-to-day shop operations: opening/closing, stock control, cash manage- ment, and customer service standards.
• Generate and follow up on sales quotations, proposals, and purchase orders.
• Coordinate with SPL Global Distribution's logistics team to ensure accurate and timely stock replenishment.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the product portfolio including Safer Industries products, Hanchu, Jinko Solar, Deye, Siemens, Schneider Electric, and Huawei.
• Prepare weekly and monthly sales reports and submit to the CGO. ·
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends; provide insights to the leadership team.
• Ensure the shop is presentable and that products are displayed and demonstrated professionally.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of sales experience, with at least 2 years specifically in solar energy products or electrical distribution especially in the coastal region Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Strong knowledge of solar PV systems: panels, inverters, batteries (lithium/AGM), charge controllers, and BOS components.
• Experience in team leadership and staff management.
• Familiarity with brands such as Huawei, Jinko Solar, Deye, Schneider Electric, or Sie- mens is a strong advantage.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer relationship skills.
• Proficient in MS Office; experience with basic ERP or POS systems is an added ad- vantage.
• Well versed with the Coastal area added advantage
• Valid driving license is an advantage.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Sales-driven mindset with strong closing skills ·
• Leadership and people management ·
• Technical aptitude for solar and electrical products
• Problem-solving and decision-making under pressure
• Integrity and accountability