Direct Sales Associate

TXU Energy; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra is seeking a Direct Sales Associate in Houston, TX to deliver competitive energy solutions through face-to-face interactions. You will engage prospects and current Vistra customers to grow the commercial customer base and meet sales quotas.

The role emphasizes pipeline development, timely reporting, and collaboration with Channel Management & Operations teams. A background in sales and CRM usage is required, with Spanish as a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of selling experience.
• Bilingual is a plus (preferable Spanish Speaking).
• Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills, word processing, software, email, Excel, CRM system & Web-based tools.

Responsibilities

• Contact commercial customer from a defined prospecting list.
• Present competitive business solutions that meet customers’ needs.
• Meet and exceed sales quotas.
• Effectively manage prospects in their assigned sales territory.
• Maintain records and complete required reports to build a pipeline of customers for future prospecting.
• Collect customer, market, and competitor information to improve channel success.
• Communicate with management and supporting groups.

Skills

Sales experience

Bilingual (Spanish a plus)

CRM proficiency

Computer skills (Excel, word, email)

Education

HS Diploma or equivalency

College degree/certifications applicable

Tools

CRM system

Excel

Office tools (Word, email)

Job description

## Direct Sales AssociateApply: Houston, Texas: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: 40016506If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.**Job Summary**The Direct Sales Associate provides competitive face to face sales offers to Acquisition customers as well as current Vistra customers. The primary purposes of the Sales Associate is to acquire commercial customers through face-to-face sales interaction, working closely with the Vistra Channel Management & Operations teams. The Sales Specialist serves as an ambassador for the Vistra brand in pursuit of providing commercial prospects with affordable and competitive energy solutions.**Job Description****Key Accountabilities**•Contact commercial customer from a defined prospecting list.•Present competitive business solutions that meet customers’ needs•Meet and exceed sales quotas.•Effectively manage prospects in their assigned sales territory•Maintain records and timely complete all required reports to build a pipelines of customer for future prospecting.•Collect customer, market, and competitor information during the sales process to improve channel success•Maintain high level of open communication and morale within the group and among supporting work groups.•Assist in presenting results/implications and recommendations to management.**Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements**•3+ years of selling experience•Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills•Bilingual is a plus (preferable Spanish Speaking)•Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills, word processing, software, email, Excel, CRM system & Web-based tools.•Can interpret and apply policies, procedures and processes.•HS Diploma or equivalency required.**Key Metrics**•Demonstrate sales ability to present a sales pitch & close customers.•Able to use listening skills in selecting appropriate customer offer.•Ability to negotiate in a sale environment and overcome customers resistance to sales calls.•Ability to interface with all internal and external levels of management, employees, vendors and customers.•Ability to gather and interpret moderately complex data, analyze and resolve problems of moderate scope and complexity.•Ability to follow through to completion on the customer issue and problem.**Job Family**Sales**Company**Vistra Retail Operations Company**Locations**Houston, TexasTexas### *We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!*### ***If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.*****It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.****If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail] to make a request.**