Commercial Business Development Associate

Job Summary: 

Venture Solar is seeking motivated individuals to jumpstart their careers in one of the fastest-growing industries in the US. As a leading solar installer in the Northeast, you'll play a crucial role in helping businesses save money while promoting renewable energy. With the commercial solar market expanding rapidly, we offer an exciting ground-level opportunity to get your foot in the door, grow with us, and make a tangible impact

The Commercial Business Development Associate will be connecting with business decision makers to communicate the value of going solar, learn about their company, and set appointments for the sales team. The role is travel based, with a focus on the New York Metropolitan Area. As a part of your training you’ll work closely with your manager to learn and develop methods to engage with customers in a comfortable and confident demeanor. There will be a focus on providing you with extensive product and industry knowledge in a short period of time, providing you with the tools necessary to communicate value. 

Associates with strong performance will have the opportunity to take on greater responsibility, stepping into a sales based role. This will build on your growing experience, and involve becoming intimately familiar with deal structures, business finances, and understanding value propositions. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Qualify solar viable businesses
• Generate interest for business owners by educating them on the benefits of solar
• Collect high level client information to aid in solar proposals
• Setting appointments with business owners for a solar specialist to meet them
• Attending office training sessions to learn the details of commercial solar offerings

Requirements: 

• Reliable transportation
• Reachable – Communicate well via phone, text, and email
• Professional – Good image, good demeanor
• Knowledgeable – Product knowledge and pitch memorization
• Student Mentality – Ask the right questions, learn from your mistakes
• Good Attitude – Offer solutions, rather than problems

Benefits:

• Uncapped compensation plan with base salary. Those who graduate from the training program can expect to make between $100k -150k annually.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan 
• Paid time off and holidays
• Expensable travel costs
• Professional development opportunities