Retail Specialist
About the role
As a pivotal member of the Sunrun retail team, you will embody the essence of our brand within designated partner retail stores, playing a vital role in influencing potential customers. Your impact will be measured by your ability to foster relationships, generate enthusiasm for our products, and educate potential customers on renewable energy and storage solutions. This role requires you to proactively schedule appointments and contribute to expanding the Sunrun customer base. Success in this position hinges on your focus on positively influencing every individual you encounter.
Responsibilities
- Foster relationships with potential customers
- Generate enthusiasm for Sunrun’s solar and storage products
- Educate customers on renewable energy and storage solutions
- Proactively schedule appointments
- Contribute to expanding the Sunrun customer base
- Positively influence every individual you encounter
Qualifications
- Strong communication skills
- Willingness to learn
- Self‑motivation
- Genuine passion for Sunrun’s mission
- Commitment to a flexible retail schedule, including weekends, evenings, and occasional holidays
- Reliable transportation within a 15‑30 mile radius (on average) for managing a multi‑store territory
- Ability to stand and be mobile for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds as part of daily retail duties
Benefits
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Stock purchase program
- Paid training
- Travel rewards – unforgettable getaway to an exotic destination for outstanding performance
- Career growth and development programs: mentoring from top industry leaders, instructor‑led training, career path tool, 100% tuition coverage for continuing education
Pay
Average compensation ranges from $51,408 to $87,288 (location and personal‑success dependent). Top performers can earn up to $160,000+ per year. In California, average compensation (base pay + incentives) for the first 12 months ranges from $53,654.40 to $89,534.40. Compensation includes competitive hourly base pay and uncapped commissions for generating new solar appointments.