Technical Sales Person

Southern Solar Ltd is an expanding Solar Energy installation company. We provide a high quality professional service with an emphasis on customer satisfaction. Our main work is the installation of solar thermal and solar PV systems for domestic, public sector and commercial clients.

Due to increased growth we are looking for a capable and well organised salesperson to join our team at the London Branch.  You will generate and manage leads, carry out surveys, close sales and provide a high level of customer care.

Job Description

• Develop and manage leads, meet with clients and generate sales
• Conduct domestic surveys gathering all relevant information to produce a system design and quote
• Access architect plans gathering all relevant information to produce a system design and quote
• Issue quotes based on your system designs
• Follow up on quotes generated and close sales to meet sales target
• Produce a clear handover package for the installation team
• Attend marketing events and exhibitions as required
• Support project managers and installers
  • Actively look for ways to assist colleagues 

The successful candidate will ideally have skills, experience and qualifications in the following areas:

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• A proven track record in delivering sales to target
• Experience of sales in peoples’ homes or carrying out domestic surveys (e.g. as a building surveyor)
• Experience of delivering a high level of customer care
• Basic knowledge of solar thermal and PV system design

Desirable

• Technical sales experience
• Experience of commercial sales, with a focus on the building industry
• Experience of installing PV or solar thermal systems
• Knowledge or experience of roofing or building services

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• Excellent IT skills (including Outlook and Excel)
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent time management and organisational skills

Desirable

• Degree level qualification 2.2 or above, or recognised construction industry qualification
• Sales training

CHARACTER

Essential

• Self starter
• Proactive attitude to problem solving
• Self-confident
• Personable

OTHER

Essential

• Enthusiasm for renewable energies
  • Full clean driving licence
  • Legal right to work in the UK
  • Able to work a range of hours with occasional overnight stays

BENEFITS AND REMUNERATION

• Starting salary of £24-28k neg. depending on experience (for a 45 hour week inc. breaks).
• Company bonus scheme
• Training opportunities
• 22 days paid holiday plus 8 bank holidays
  • Option on stakeholder pension
  • Mobile phone
  • Company vehicle or 40p/mile allowance
    

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter detailing your skills and experience in relation to each of the points in the job description, along with 2 references. Include Stopdodo/LS0411 and your name in the subject line to: london@southernsolar.co.uk

Please also let us know where you heard about the position.

Closing date: 5pm, Monday 18^th April 2011. Interviews will be held the following Monday 25^th April 2011.