The Managing Director Brazil will be responsible for controlling and overseeing all business operations, people and ventures for the brazilian subsidiary. Is expected to be the strategist and a leader who is able to steer the company to the most profitable direction while also implementing it's mission and long-term goals as well as aligned to the respective goals defined by the VP Americas.

Managing Director Responsibilities:

● Giving strategic advice and report results and findings to VP Americas and HQ board members

● Keeping all relevant stakeholders informed of developments online with company’s goals

● Creating and reporting on business plans, monitoring its efficacy and progress

● Remaining close to all stakeholders including the chairman and board members, staff, clients, key-decision makers and external service suppliers

● Researching and implementing new initiatives to drive revenue, lower operating costs all while delivery excellent customer service experience

● Continuous maintaining and monitoring budgets to make sure that revenue/sales targets are met and the business operates efficiently from a financial perspective

● Manage and report on the effective implementation of a marketing strategy to maintain market relevance and promote products and services to increase sales

● Preparation of annual reports and attending/presenting at board meetings

● Directing the activities of the business while ensuring bottom-line profitability

● Provide strategic advice to the board of directors, plan cost-effective business strategies and develop new ideas based on the local market and solar industry

● Support the implementation of local policies and ensuring the team work accordingly and complied to it.

● Implement policies inline with local labour legislation and health and safety guidelines to create a diverse and positive working environment in accordance with the general corporate policies

● Managing resources, including the attracting, hiring and retention of personnel in accordance with corporate guidance

● Ensuring employees move in the same strategic direction to achieve its mission

● Communicating company reports and achievements to the board, shareholders, and business partners

● Establishing relationships with industry and marketing experts, thought leadership through publication and build the company public profile through networking, conferences, and speaking engagements

● Introducing initiatives to optimize market opportunities and the use of strengths while minimizing risks.

The skills and qualifications that a Managing Director is usually expected to have include:

● MSc/MA in business administration or relevant field and profound experience in the solar business
● Excellent analytical abilities and problem-solving skills
● A high level of proven project management and key account management ability
● Significant experience in business development on the solar /renewable industry
● An entrepreneurial mindset with outstanding organizational and leadership skills
● Excellent communication and public speaking skills both in both (brazilian) portuguese and english language.
● Experience in developing profitable strategies and implementing vision
● Strong understanding of corporate finance and performance management principles
● Familiarity with diverse business functions such as Finance, Project Management, Operations, Human Resources etc.
● In-depth knowledge of corporate governance and general management best practices