Solar Sales Consultant

South Coast Solar; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

401k eligibility

Job summary

A solar energy company in Columbia, SC is seeking a Solar Sales Consultant to drive growth and profitability by managing and closing customer sales. The ideal candidate will generate new sales opportunities, establish customer relationships, and possess strong communication skills. A college degree and 2 years of outside sales experience are preferred. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and 401k eligibility after probation.

Qualifications

• 2 years of sales experience, preferably outside sales.
• Reliable vehicle with proper insurance for sales calls.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Generate new sales opportunities through leads and referrals.
• Compose and deliver sales proposals to customers.
• Establish and maintain relationships with new and existing customers.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Networking

Customer service

Computer literacy

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

As a part of the sales department, the Solar Sales Consultant will drive the growth and profitability of South Coast Solar by using established sales techniques to create and close deals with qualified customers.

Job Responsibilities

• Generate new sales opportunities by following up with all leads provided as well as by networking and gathering referrals
• Compose and deliver sales proposals to customers, utilizing tools provided
• Establish and maintain current and new customer relationships by providing professional, knowledgeable and courteous customer service
• Meet or exceed minimum monthly sales goals
• Generate and submit all required and appropriate paperwork using company processes and CRM
• Learn details of local utilities, interconnection requirements, state and local tax incentives
• Prepare and present in home sales presentations
• Work with other SCS departments to achieve mutual objectives
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development
• Attend expos, fairs, shows and other marketing events
• Adhere to all processes and procedures as trained

Job Requirements

• 2 years of sales experience, preferably outside sales
• Reliable vehicle with proper insurance; personal vehicle is used for sales calls within the designated sales area
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Willingness and eagerness to learn
• Professional appearance
• Ability to work a variety of hours, including evenings and weekends
• Computer literacy including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• College degree preferred

Benefits

• 6 paid holidays throughout a calendar year (after 90-day probationary period)
• Accrued “paid time off” based on hours worked (after 90-day probationary period)
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance (after 60 days employment)
• 401k eligibility (after 90-day probationary period)

South Coast Solar is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status