REC Solar Seeking Commercial Solar Consultant
By Brett Bumeter - 01.04.2008
Description:
In this high-energy, fast-paced position, the Commercial Solar Consultant will be responsible for the following:
• Generate sales leads, i.e. participate in trade shows, follow up on office inquiry calls;
• Produce sales orders by convincing customers on the merits of the financial, technical and/or environmental properties of a solar system;
• Make business decisions relating to the appropriate sales price for a solar system;
• Coordinate advertising measures with the marketing department;
• Analyze market research parameters such as demographic and income data, and business competitors;
• Support the rebate submission process;
• Network in the community through attending events such as chamber of commerce, Rotary, etc.
Requirements
Basic Qualifications:
• Three to Five years of outside sales experience with a proven ability to close high value deals;
• Must have experience in complex selling situations with multiple decision makers;
• Bachelor’s degree in business or similar concentration;
• Excellent written and verbal skills;
• Experience analyzing commercial electricity use, rate tariffs, and sizing/designing solar electric systems is a plus;
• Knowledgeable in photovoltaic technologies, manufacturers, and suppliers;
• Understanding of the various CSI rebate computations and the rebate application process;
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; specifically Microsoft Excel;
• Ability to learn a technical product;
• Ability to interact with the public and educate them on solar electricity;
• Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines;
• Clean driving record;
• Must live by example and represent the industry and REC Solar professionally and with integrity.
Salary will be based on experience, comprised of a base salary and commission. Average first year compensation ranges from $55,000 to $105,000. The commission package is designed to encourage high performers and does not contain a ceiling to earning potential. Those individuals that can make deals happen will be compensated accordingly.
Company
REC Solar is a solar electric system integrator specializing in the design and installation of residential and commercial solar systems. Our vision is to make solar electricity a part of the mainstream energy supply. While still being a medium-sized employer, REC Solar is a market leader in the solar electric industry, experiencing growth rates in excess of 75%/year.
Relocation:
None
Location:
New Jersey
Compensation:
base plus commission
