Job description
<p><strong>Company Description</strong> Manikaran Power Limited (MPL), established in 2005, is a leading integrated energy solutions company in India with nearly two decades of experience in power, gas, coal trading, and sustainability services. MPL serves over 2,000 industrial clients and collaborates with key partners such as IEX, IGX, PXIL, HPX, state utilities, transmission companies, DISCOMs, IPPs, and commercial and industrial consumers. The company manages a diverse energy portfolio, including renewable and non-renewable power contracts in short-term, medium-term, and power exchange markets, as well as group captive solutions. MPL is also active in gas trading and sustainability offerings such as carbon offsetting, RECs, and I-RECs. The organization is committed to reliable, innovative energy solutions and plays a significant role in India’s evolving energy sector.</p><p><strong>Role Description</strong> The Business Development Power Trading role is a full-time, on-site position based in Mumbai. The individual in this role will identify and develop new business opportunities in power trading, focusing on both renewable and non-renewable portfolios and short-term and medium-term contracts. Day-to-day responsibilities include market research, lead generation, client outreach, and relationship management with industrial consumers, utilities, and exchange partners. The role involves preparing proposals, negotiating commercial terms, coordinating with internal trading and operations teams, and monitoring market trends and regulatory developments to support strategic decision-making. The position also requires regular reporting on sales pipeline, performance metrics, and opportunities for portfolio expansion.</p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Strong business development and sales capabilities, including lead generation, client acquisition, and relationship management.</li><li>Knowledge of power markets, energy trading mechanisms, and familiarity with exchanges and utility operations.</li><li>Analytical and research skills for market assessment, demand forecasting, and competitive analysis.</li><li>Effective communication, presentation, and negotiation skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, Finance, or a related field; a postgraduate qualification in energy management or finance is an advantage.</li><li>Prior experience in power trading, energy markets, or industrial B2B sales is preferred.</li><li>Comfort with MS Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM tools for reporting, analysis, and pipeline management.</li></ul>