Senior Sales Executive / Business Development Manager Lithium-Ion Batteries

Location: Chennai / Coimbatore / Bangalore / Hyderabad (India) Department: Sales & Business Development Employment Type: Full-time, permanent Experience: 2–5 years Reports To: Head of Sales / Regional Sales Manager

About the Company

Qmax Ion Pvt Ltd, based in Chennai, is a lithium-ion battery manufacturer building high-performance energy storage solutions for electric mobility, energy storage systems (ESS), telecom, and industrial applications. We are growing rapid and looking for a driven sales professional to expand our customer base and strengthen our market presence across South India.

Role Summary The Senior Sales Executive / Business Development Manager will own the full sales cycle for our lithium-ion cell, module, and battery pack offerings: from identifying and qualifying leads to negotiating contracts and building long-term customer relationships. The role suits someone who combines technical understanding of battery products with strong commercial and relationship-building skills.

Target Industries

- Electric Vehicles (EV)
- Solar & Renewable Energy
- Energy Storage Systems (ESS)
- UPS & Power Backup
- Industrial Equipment
- Automotive
- Material Handling Equipment
- OEM/ODM Manufacturers

Key Responsibilities
- Identify, develop, and close new business opportunities with OEMs, EV manufacturers, ESS integrators, telecom and solar companies, and industrial customers.
- Manage and grow relationships with existing key accounts to drive repeat business and upselling.
- Understand customer requirements (capacity, voltage, chemistry, form factor, BMS needs) and work with the technical and R&D; teams to propose suitable solutions.
- Prepare and present proposals, quotations, and technical-commercial presentations to customers.
- Lead pricing discussions, commercial negotiations, and contract closures.
- Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets and revenue goals.
- Track market trends, competitor activity, pricing,



and government policy (such as PLI scheme, FAME, and ESS incentives) and share insights with management.
- Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions, and industry events.
- Maintain accurate pipeline, forecasts, and customer data in the CRM system.
- Coordinate with production, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction.

Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Chemical) or Science; MBA in Marketing/Sales is an advantage.
- 2–5 years of experience in B2B sales or business development, preferably in batteries, EVs, power electronics, renewable energy, or industrial products.
- Proven record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
- Working knowledge of lithium-ion battery technology (such as LFP, NMC, cell vs. pack, BMS) is strongly preferred.
- Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office and CRM tools.
- Willingness to travel within the region and across India as needed.
- Fluency in English; knowledge of Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, or Hindi is a plus.

Preferred Skills
- Existing network with EV OEMs, ESS integrators, telecom operators, or industrial buyers.
- Experience handling tenders, RFQs, and long sales cycles.
- Understanding of battery safety standards and certifications (AIS-156, IEC 62619, UN 38.3, BIS).
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple accounts.

Key Performance Indicators
- Revenue and order-booking targets achieved
- Number of new accounts acquired
- Pipeline growth and lead-to-order conversion rate
- Customer retention and satisfaction
- Timely payment collection

What We Offer
- Competitive salary with performance-linked incentives
- Opportunity to grow with a fast-expanding clean-energy company
- Exposure to cutting-edge battery technology and a high-growth market
- Travel allowance and other benefits as per company policy

How to Apply Interested candidates may send their resume to [email protected] with the subject line “Qmax Ion Application – Senior Sales Executive / BD Manager – [Preferred Location]”.

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