Sales & Business Development Rep

Create Energy; Portland (TN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Create Energy in Portland, TN is seeking a driven Sales & Business Development Rep to generate new business, expand the Utility and C&I footprint, and drive revenue growth through strategic prospecting and effective deal execution. You will navigate opportunities from initial contact to contract execution and maintain strong customer relationships.

The role requires a high-energy, results-oriented professional comfortable in a fast-paced environment, with a proven ability to communicate clearly,

Qualifications

• B2B sales experience with a track record of meeting or exceeding targets.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for customer engagements.
• Ability to prospect, qualify opportunities, and close deals efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Drive new revenue by sourcing and qualifying opportunities in Utility and C&I sectors.
• Move prospects through the sales funnel, handle objections, and close deals.
• Build strategic relationships to generate additional business and renewals.
• Maintain accurate CRM data for forecasting and pipeline visibility.
• Collaborate with operations, finance, marketing, and project teams to ensure smooth handoffs.
• Travel 50–75% to meet customers, partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Represent Create Energy at trade shows and events to generate leads.

Skills

Sales

Relationship building

Prospecting

CRM

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

CRM software (Salesforce)

Job description

Position: Sales & Business Development Rep

Location: Portland, TN

Website: Create.Energy

Type: Full-Time | On-Site or Hybrid

About Create Energy

Create is redefining the future of energy with bold, innovative solutions that empower IPPs, developers, utilities, communities, and businesses to achieve true energy independence and resiliency. From advanced solar and battery storage to cutting‑edge EV charging systems, Create delivers high‑performance technology designed to disrupt the status quo and accelerate the energy transition.

At the heart of this approach is OnTrack—a complete, one‑stop‑shop solution that allows customers to purchase everything they need directly from Create. By streamlining design, procurement, and installation, OnTrack eliminates unnecessary complexity and delivers a fully integrated path from panel to power. With OnTrack, customers gain simplicity, reliability, and cost savings in a single package—backed by Create’s engineering expertise and long‑term support.

Headquartered in Portland, TN, and founded by visionary CEO and President Dean Solon, Create combines technical excellence with a fearless approach to problem‑solving—pushing past conventional limits to design systems that are simpler, safer, and more resilient. Every solution is built with the customer in mind: easy to deploy, dependable in performance, and crafted to unlock lasting value.

Position / Role

We are seeking a highly driven and results‑oriented Sales Representative to join the Create Energy team. This role is focused on generating new business, expanding our presence in the Utility and C&I sectors, and driving revenue growth through strategic prospecting, relationship building, and effective deal execution. The ideal candidate excels in a fast‑paced environment, communicates with clarity and confidence, and plays a key role in advancing opportunities from initial contact through contract execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive new revenue by actively sourcing, qualifying, and converting Utility and C&I sector opportunities.
• Advance prospects through the sales funnel by handling objections, negotiating terms, and closing deals to meet or exceed quarterly targets.
• Identify new market opportunities and build strategic customer relationships and partnerships that generate additional business.
• Maintain accurate CRM data to support forecasting, pipeline visibility, and performance tracking.
• Collaborate closely with operations, finance, marketing, and project management teams to ensure smooth handoff of customer projects and purchase orders.
• Deliver strong internal and external communication to ensure clarity, alignment, and a seamless customer experience.
• Represent Create Energy as a trusted advisor, building long‑term relationships that drive repeat business.
• Must be able to travel 50–75% to meet with customers, partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Attend industry trade shows and events to promote Create Energy’s brand, generate new leads, and engage with prospective clients.
• Host customers, clients, and partners at Create Energy’s headquarters and manufacturing facilities.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and performance bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Opportunities to work on cutting‑edge energy tech

A culture of bold ideas, fast execution, and zero bureaucracy