Sales Analyst – Robotics

Nextpower; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Nextpower is seeking a Sales Analyst – Robotics to support the commercial team in Fremont, CA or Nashville, TN. The role focuses on robotics, AI, and automation for solar and battery storage projects, managing quotations, pricing, and proposals.

You will coordinate with engineering, logistics, operations, and finance to ensure accurate scopes and schedules, while building expertise in emerging technologies for asset performance and safety improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or a technical field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of B2B sales support experience.
• Experience in sales analysis, financial analysis, business development, and/or program management.
• Strong Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills.
• Familiarity with Salesforce and NetSuite preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate customer, project, and opportunity data in CRM/ERP systems.
• Develop quotations and comprehensive customer proposals reflecting technical requirements and scope.
• Coordinate input from Engineering, Logistics, Operations, and Finance to confirm pricing and schedules.
• Analyze pricing, costs, and margins to support profitable proposals.
• Support pipeline reporting, customer presentations, and commercial analysis.
• Assist bid strategy discussions and handoffs to Operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Travel up to 20%

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or technical field

Tools

Salesforce

NetSuite

Microsoft Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description:The Nextpower Sales Analyst – Robotics will be based in Fremont, CA or Nashville, TN , supports the commercial team as it brings robotics, artificial intelligence, and automation technologies to the solar and battery storage industry. The role supports robotic inspection and cleaning, AI-powered site monitoring, tools and services, and analytics solutions that help customers improve asset performance, safety, and operational efficiency.You will manage customer, project, and opportunity information; develop quotations and proposals; and coordinate with Project Engineering, Logistics, Operations, and Finance to deliver accurate pricing, scopes, and schedules. You will also work closely with Account Managers, Sales Directors, and other sales leaders on pipeline reporting, customer presentations, and commercial analysis. This position offers the opportunity to build expertise in emerging technologies and their applications across solar and battery storage operations.Key ResponsibilitiesMaintain accurate customer, project, and opportunity information in Salesforce and other applicable CRM or ERP systems.Develop accurate quotations and comprehensive customer proposals that reflect technical requirements, project scope, and customer needs.Support sales opportunities involving robotic inspection and cleaning, AI site monitoring, tools and services, and analytics solutions for solar and battery storage projects.Coordinate input from Engineering, Logistics, Operations, Finance, and other stakeholders to confirm pricing, costs, margins, schedules, and clearly defined scopes.Analyze pricing, costs, and margins to support competitive proposals and profitable growth.Follow up with customers to gather project information, clarify requirements, and advance proposal development.Coordinate with outside contractors to obtain information, pricing, and deliverables required for customer proposals.Support Account Managers and Sales Directors with pipeline reporting, customer presentations, sales reports, and commercial analysis.Participate in bid strategy discussions and support opportunity coordination from customer request through proposal, contract execution, and handoff to Operations.Prepare complete and accurate handoff materials and help ensure customer commitments are communicated to Operations.Build effective working relationships across departments and support improvements to proposal materials, reporting, and sales processes.Build knowledge of emerging robotics, AI, automation, and analytics technologies and their applications in solar and battery storage operations.Perform other related duties as assigned.Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in business or a technical field or equivalent relevant professional experience.At least 5 years of B2B sales support experience.Experience in sales analysis, financial analysis, business development, and/or program management.Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.Experience with CRM and ERP systems; Salesforce and NetSuite experience preferred.Strong analytical skills and demonstrated attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and communicate with customers.Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and follow through on commitments.Ability to travel up to 20% to meet with customersExperience in the solar, battery storage, robotics, automation, or AI technology sectorsNextpower offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) participation including company matching, company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off, generous discretionary company bonuses, life and disability protection and more. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. All plans are in accordance with relevant plan documents. For more information on Nextpower’s benefits please view our company website at www.Nextpower.comPay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The annual salary range for this position is 90,000.00 to 105,000.00 plus a commission structure based on commission calculation, such as percentage of sales or specific metrics. (Applicable to California)NEXRSRAt Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we’re building the foundation for the world’s next generation of clean energy infrastructure.Nextpower is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.We are Nextpower