Outside Solar Sales Consultant - Commercial (Project Development)

IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

This position will actively identify and pursue leads, address customer’s questions and concerns, and meet sales quotas of PV systems. Outside Sales Reps will spend much of their time traveling to and visiting with prospective customers.  Outside Sales Reps are the primary external representatives of SolarCity and are expected to convey a sense of expertise in services and capabilities offered.   This position requires tact, sensitivity, and a high degree of customer service and professionalism
 
Responsibilities include:
 

• Sales of commercial solar electric systems.
• Closing deals and signing contracts, working closely with decision makers.
• Prospecting for and qualifying leads.
• Conducting site evaluations for potential customers, rough system design.
• Estimating cost and pricing systems.
• Analysis of customers’ current and projected electrical usage, and financial return on investment.
• Negotiating contracts.
• Communicating with project manager regarding system design.
• Logging all communications with customers in contact database.

 
The ideal candidate must have the following skills and qualifications:
 

• Experience with grid-tied solar electric installation, design, or sales.
• Strong math and computer skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience performing financial calculations (ROI, IRR, NPV, APR, etc.).
• 2-4 years of successful B2B sales in a relevant industry.
• Experience in technical sales.
• Understanding of general construction; solar highly preferred.
• Understanding of electricity and electrical contracting.
• Desire to stay on the leading edge of the industry.
• World class communication and customer service skills and experience.
• Four year college degree from a top-tier university.
• All candidates must be able to successfully pass a background check and drug screen

About SolarCity

SolarCity® is a national leader in solar power and energy efficiency services. The company's mission is to help millions of homeowners and businesses adopt clean power to reduce pollution and save money. SolarCity's financing options can make it possible for many homeowners and businesses to switch to solar power for less than they currently pay for electricity. The company also offers a range of energy efficiency services, including efficient heating, cooling and lighting, and is a leading provider of electric vehicle charging stations. The U.S. Department of Energy named SolarCity a Green Power Supplier of the Year in 2010, and Fast Company Magazine called it one of the 50 most innovative companies in the world in 2011. SolarCity's 25 office locations serve more than 2,000 communities in Arizona, California, Colorado, Maryland, Massachusetts, Oregon, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Texas and Washington, D.C.

SolarCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Additional information about SolarCity Careers is available at www.solarcity.com