Sales Development Representative

venturesolar; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Venture Home in Stamford, CT is seeking a Sales Development Representative to join our inside sales team. This role focuses on outbound prospecting, qualifying leads, and setting qualified appointments with homeowners across the Northeast to drive clean energy solutions.

You will work in-person at our Stamford office (Mon-Fri, 9 AM-5 PM) with a base rate of $18/hour plus uncapped commission and performance bonuses, along with medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits.

Qualifications

• Outbound prospecting and lead qualification experience.
• Ability to schedule qualified appointments for field sales.
• Willingness to work in Stamford, CT in-person (Mon-Fri).

Responsibilities

• Outbound calls and follow-ups to connect with prospective residential customers.
• Educate homeowners on solar energy benefits, assess needs, and spark interest.
• Schedule qualified meetings for Account Executives and maintain pipeline.
• Collaborate with sales leadership for smooth customer handoffs.
• Participate in ongoing sales training to sharpen pitch and closing skills.

Skills

Sales drive

Strong communication

Grit & resilience

Interest in clean energy

In-person availability

Job description

Location: Stamford, Connecticut (In-person)

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week | 9 AM-5 PM M-F

Compensation: $18/hour + commission + performance based bonuses

Sales Development Representative (SDR)

Kickstart your sales career in solar energy and home electrification with Venture Home. We are looking for a motivated Sales Development Representative (SDR) to join our inside sales team in Stamford, CT. In this high-impact role, you’ll engage homeowners across the Northeast, introduce them to clean energy solutions, and schedule qualified appointments for our sales team.

What You’ll Do

• Outbound Prospecting: Conduct outbound calls and follow-ups to connect with prospective residential customers.

• Lead Qualification: Educate homeowners on solar energy benefits, assess their needs, and spark interest in clean technology.

• Appointment Setting: Schedule qualified sales meetings for Account Executives and maintain a clean lead pipeline.

• Team Collaboration: Work closely with sales leadership and operations to ensure smooth customer handoffs.

• Skill Development: Participate in ongoing sales training and coaching to sharpen your phone pitch, objection handling, and closing skills.

What We’re Looking For

• Sales Drive: High energy, persistence, and a competitive desire to hit and exceed outreach goals.

• Strong Communication: Highly articulate on the phone with an ability to build fast rapport and explain ideas clearly.

• Grit & Resilience: A positive, solutions-oriented attitude that handles phone rejection with professionalism.

• Interest in Clean Energy: Curiosity about solar, home electrification, and helping homeowners save energy.

• In-Person Availability: Ability to work full-time (40 hrs/week, Mon-Fri, 9 AM-5 PM) in our Stamford, CT office.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: $18/hour + uncapped commission + performance bonuses.

• Full Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance + 401(k) with company match.

• Clear Career Progression: Direct mentorship from leadership with opportunities to step into senior sales roles.

• Culture: A collaborative, fast-paced team environment where high performance is recognized and rewarded.