Commercial Director/Country Manager

As the Commercial Director / Country Manager for the China market, you will play a pivotal role in driving ACT's sales and market positioning in China. This role combines hands-on commercial leadership with a focus on revenue generation, key client acquisition, and strategic market development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Energy, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in senior commercial, sales, or leadership roles, ideally within a energy/commodities industry or similar
• Proven track record in driving sales, meeting or exceeding revenue targets, and building commercially successful client portfolios in China.
• Demonstrated experience working with state-owned enterprises and large enterprise clients, with strong understanding of China’s enterprise decision-making processes.
• Solid experience in structuring, negotiating, or supporting PPAs or similar long-term energy or sustainability contracts.
• Strong numbers-driven mindset, with experience managing forecasts, pipelines, and commercial performance metrics.
• Proven people management experience, including building, leading, and motivating teams in a matrix or cross-functional environment.
• Ability to operate effectively at C-level, with strong executive presence, negotiation skills, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Fluent in Mandarin and English; strong ability to operate in a bilingual, cross-cultural business environment.
• Strong presentation and communication skills, with a deep understanding of China’s business culture and market dynamics.
• High level of integrity, resilience, and adaptability, with the ability to perform in a fast-paced, evolving market.
• Strong interest in sustainability and delivering positive climate impact.
• Self-driven, commercially sharp, and comfortable operating with both autonomy and accountability.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Benefits package
• Opportunities for career growth and development