Job Details
About Big Sun Solar:
Big Sun Solar helps companies, nonprofits and municipalities, with facilities in Texas, meet carbon reduction goals and gain financial returns by transitioning to solar energy. Our customer-centric approach has earned the trust of leading brands like Vitesco Technologies, Safran Helicopter Engines and Rush Enterprises. We also help utilities and municipalities design innovative programs to increase solar adoption within their communities. We've been chosen by CPS Energy for the largest community solar program in Texas and by the City of San Antonio for the largest onsite solar project for a Texas municipality. We are headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. To learn more about Big Sun Solar, visit bigsunsolar.com. Stay connected with @BigSunSolar on social media.
Why join our team?
Are you tired of your tech job and want to join a new mission to help save the planet? The Big Sun team shares a passion for building a renewable future. Our team brings dozens of years of experience in solar energy, technology and engineering and more importantly, our employees are empowered to do the right thing.
We recruit from programs like Ready to Work, Venture for America, Students and Startups to build meaningful jobs in San Antonio. Our 1% pledge encourages employees to give back to the local community. Together, our team strives to lead in environment and community stewardship.
If you have a desire to help save the planet, possess strong sales acumen and want to be part of a team leading the charge in the clean energy transition, we invite you to apply.
Job Description:
Big Sun is seeking a dynamic, results-driven professional to develop new business opportunities within commercial solar. As a key player of our sales force, you'll be instrumental in guiding Texas businesses through the clean energy transition. This role requires a candidate with a proven track record in sales, excellent networking skills and the ability to engage with C-Suite executives.
Responsibilities:
Sales Expertise: Utilize your sales experience to identify and pursue opportunities for clean energy adoption among Texas businesses.
Learning Agility: Stay abreast of industry trends, technological advancements, and policy changes related to clean energy to provide informed solutions to clients.
Networking: Cultivate and expand a network of business contacts to generate leads and foster long-term relationships within the Texas business community.
Technical Proficiency: Use basic software tools to create compelling proposals and effectively communicate the value of clean energy solutions to potential clients.
CRM Management: Efficiently manage and maintain a sales pipeline within the CRM system, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information on leads and opportunities.
Attention to Detail: Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail in organizing and presenting data, assisting customers in making well-informed decisions about clean energy solutions.
Financial Acumen: Utilize your financial expertise to speak knowledgeably about returns and risks associated with clean energy investments, providing clients with a comprehensive understanding of the financial implications.
Data Organization: Effectively organize and present data to aid customers in the decision-making process, highlighting the benefits of clean energy solutions tailored to their specific needs.
Self-motivation: Demonstrate a proactive and self-motivated approach to achieving sales targets and contributing to the overall success of the team.
Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with colleagues to share insights, and strategies, and contribute to the collective success of the sales team.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in sales, with a strong track record of meeting or exceeding targets
- Learning agility and the ability to learn new technologies adapt to evolving clean energy trends
- Excellent networking skills with the ability to engage with C-suite executives
- Technical proficiency in using basic software tools for proposal creation
- Experience with CRM systems for effective pipeline management
- Attention to detail in data organization for customer decision-making
- Financial acumen to discuss returns and risks of clean energy investments
- Self-motivated and driven to succeed individually and as part of a team
Benefits
- We offer a competitive salary and benefits
- Competitive health and dental insurance plans
- Paid time off
- 401(k) Plan
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life insurance
- Professional training, development and advancement
- The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses
Big Sun Solar is an equal opportunity employer.