In Home Solar Sales Representative
About the role
Solar Alternatives, Louisiana’s leading renewable energy company, is seeking an experienced sales consultant and one-call closer for remote, in-home, and in-business sales targeting the North Louisiana regional market. Prospective clients include residential and commercial prospects in Mississippi. This role offers excellent earning potential of $100k–$160k annually.
As an Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Company and winner of the 2018 and 2022 LifeCity Employee Wellness Award, Solar Alternatives strengthens communities through energy savings, backup power, and a low-carbon lifestyle. Over 4,000 families and businesses have partnered with the team to realize more than $300 million in lifetime savings.
This position is driven by a new management plan to accelerate growth and achieve regional market leadership. The role is primarily home-office based, focusing on local in-person appointments and remote statewide appointments with commercial and residential solar energy prospects.
Responsibilities
- Conduct in-home, in-business, and virtual sales of residential solar, energy savings, and backup power solutions
- Pursue additional commercial sales opportunities
- Generate custom proposals and organize documents for presentations and closing
- Develop new leads through networking, database outreach, event participation, and relationship building
- Close deals and sign contracts with homeowners and business owners
- Plan schedules, set goals, and work independently with minimal supervision
- Use company-provided screening procedures to qualify prospects
- Meet individual and team sales targets
- Attend meetings, marketing events, and training programs to stay current on technology trends
- File sales reports and provide market feedback to the team leader
Requirements
- Positive, energetic attitude with a strong desire to succeed
- Ability to speak with charisma and confidence
- Self-motivated and disciplined work ethic
- Proven and documented track record of sales success
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Dropbox, and Slack
- Proficiency in standard internet tools and etiquette (email, cloud services, search)
- Articulate and professional English writing and speech; bilingualism is a plus
- Willing and able to initiate marketing and self-generate a portion of prospects
- Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and clean driving record
- Willing to work occasional weekends as needed for marketing events
- Experience with CRM; Salesforce.com preferred
- Home improvement, auto sales, or in-home sales experience preferred
Benefits
- Advanced product and sales training to ensure success
- Unlimited earning potential with average commission of $2,500 per sale
- Top performers earn $150k+ per year
- 100% commission structure with quarterly bonuses available
- Two weeks paid leave plus 7 bank holidays
- Use of proprietary company tools, including industry-leading quotation and formatted selling systems
- Qualified leads from premium sources
- Gas card and vehicle allowance
- Health insurance, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) with company match