China Market Intelligence & Commercial Lead… at EUPD Research… · Bonn

Since 2000, EUPD Group has established itself as a trusted, independent voice in the renewable energy industry. Our work centers on primary data-driven market research, quality certification, and strategic consulting in the areas of photovoltaics, energy storage, and the energy transition. Internationally positioned, we support organizations - from ambitious start-ups to global corporations - in navigating change with clarity, backed by more than 25 years of market experience.

As China's dual-carbon agenda reshapes the domestic industry and Chinese renewable energy companies go global at speed, we are establishing our own presence here - not a nameplate office, but a local team with a real mandate, built together with the colleague who joins us now.

About the Role

We are looking for a China Market Intelligence & Commercial Lead to drive business development in China, build senior industry relationships, and provide the European headquarters with a clear understanding of the Chinese market.

This is not a traditional sales role. We are looking for someone who combines industry knowledge, commercial capability, strong relationships and market intelligence.

Tasks

• Drive the commercial development and sales of our market intelligence, research and consulting solutions in China.
• Develop and maintain relationships with leading companies and senior decision-makers across the PV and energy storage value chain, including modules, batteries, inverters, PCS and ESS.
• Monitor Chinese market developments, customer needs, competitive dynamics and emerging trends to identify new business opportunities.
• Translate customer and market insights into recommendations for new research products, consulting solutions and commercial opportunities.
• Represent the company at major solar PV, energy storage and renewable energy conferences and industry events in China and internationally.
• Work closely with the European headquarters and global team, connecting Chinese market insights with international market developments.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in solar PV, energy storage, renewable energy, market intelligence, consulting, strategy or a related industry.
• Strong understanding of the Chinese PV and energy storage value chain and key market players.
• Established relationships and network within the Chinese renewable energy industry; access to senior decision-makers is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in B2B business development, consulting, research or data-driven solution sales.
• Strong commercial mindset, analytical ability and communication skills.
• Active,
  hands-on use of AI and automation tools in daily work, paired with a genuine
  interest in continuously improving and streamlining processes.
• Fluent Mandarin and excellent professional English.
• Comfortable working in an international, English-speaking environment.
• Willingness to travel frequently within China and internationally.
• Experience in industry conferences, panels, speaking engagements or media is a strong plus.

Benefits

• Exciting, data-driven projects in the renewable energy, storage, and solar sector - with direct relevance to fast-moving markets and to the overseas strategies of leading Chinese manufacturers.
• Access to our primary research on European and global installers, channels, and end customers - insight most of the market never sees.
• A direct line to our German headquarters: flat structures, no reporting layers, and real influence on how we build up China.
• High degree of autonomy and freedom in organizing your own work and schedule - we assess outcomes, not attendance.
• Fair, project- and outcome-based fee structure, with clear terms agreed in advance.
• Potential for further projects/engagements based on successful collaboration, and a hand in growing the China business itself.
• Professional exchange on current developments in solar, storage, and renewables with analysts who track these markets year-round.

Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone who can: Understand the industry / Understand the customer / Leverage the network / Identify opportunities / Develop business / Shape products.
The successful candidate will serve as an important bridge between China, our European headquarters and the global renewable energy industry.