Renewable Energy Sales Agent - Capital Region

NRG Energy; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to creating a smarter, cleaner future. As a Sales Agent, you'll play a crucial role in promoting sustainable energy solutions and engaging with customers face-to-face. This part-time position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, meet performance goals, and contribute to a greener planet. If you have a passion for sales and customer service, this role will allow you to thrive while making a positive impact in your community.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in sales or customer-facing roles preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Engage face-to-face with prospective customers to promote products.
• Achieve performance metrics while providing excellent service.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication

Proficient in math and analytics

Effective team and independent work

Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we're driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner, and more connected future.

Green Mountain Energy, an NRG owned company, was founded on the mission to use the power of consumer choice to help change the way power is made. More than 20 years later, sustainability remains at the core of our work. Join our team as we help make the planet a cleaner, greener place to be.

This position is located in our Albany, NY sales territory.

Summary:

The Sales Agent for Green Mountain is responsible for engaging face-to-face with prospective customers to promote and sell products and services. The primary goal is to acquire and enroll new customers. Sales Agents will work towards goals set by the Sales Team Lead and/or Area Manager, collaborating with team members to determine best practices, maximize customer satisfaction, learn market trends, and support sales and marketing initiatives.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Based on customer information, discuss and assist in matching customers with the most suitable price plans and promotions/incentives.
2. Achieve and maintain performance metrics while providing excellent service.
3. Navigate order entry systems efficiently.
4. Utilize and adhere to compliance standards to secure customer information.
5. Follow site rules and safety regulations.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or GED, 18 years or older.
• Experience: 1-3 years in sales or customer-facing roles preferred.
• Skills: Excellent oral and written communication, proficient in math and analytics, effective team and independent work, clear communication, ability to handle multiple tasks, proficient in MS Office, especially Excel.

Physical Requirements:

Occasional lifting as needed to perform duties.

Working Conditions:

Onsite at designated locations within assigned geography. Availability to work evenings and weekends.

Compensation:

This is a part-time position paid entirely on commission, with some non-sales time compensated at minimum wage. Incentives and targets are provided by Team Leads and Area Managers.

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