Direct Sales Consultant

Overview

The Direct Sales Consultant role will identify sales leads and present in-home presentations on our solar products and services for potential customers. Their priority is to make a genuine human connection with the potential customers with the intent to qualify and vet solar as a viable energy solution for their home and families. If you enjoy face‑to‑face interaction, engaging customers and find the idea of working out in the field exciting, then this is the job for you!

• Develop effective self‑generated sales strategies, leads and appointments with potential customers
• Provide an industry‑leading customer sales experience from initial contact through installation and after the customer's system is turned on
• Conduct in‑home sales presentations for potential customers and evaluate customers’ knowledge and needs, building productive long‑lasting relationships
• Handle the pipeline of activity from prospect to install by following up with all self‑generated leads and in‑home consultations
• Accurately disposition and report on outcomes via our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool
• Meet minimum required sales targets as set by sales leadership

• Minimum of 1 year of sales and/or lead generation experience, with in‑home sales experience preferred
• Must be 21 years of age, possess a valid driver’s license, and maintain a clean driving record with the ability to pass a driving background check
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills needed to partner cross‑functionally when addressing customer needs
• Willingness to spend time traveling within local market, depending on business needs and sales model
• Intermediate comfort level with technology, utilizing an iPad/computer and multiple software applications. Experience with a CRM is a plus

• Full benefits package including health, vision, dental insurance, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, paid training, and much more
• The opportunity to invest in yourself and your career through PowerU – Sunrun’s 100% tuition reimbursement program with over 150 educational opportunities
• A part of the Freedom Time Off (FTO) Plan – Employees on our FTO Plan are not limited to a set number of days that they are entitled to take off from work; instead, they have the freedom to manage how much time off they need
• Highly competitive sales commissions paid biweekly including eligibility for bonus compensation
• Competitive salary plus lucrative performance incentives through our Nike/Lululemon sponsored incentive program. You’ll have the opportunity to earn Nike/Lululemon swag, prizes and amazing trips
• Internal advancement opportunities, as earned

Sunrun is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. We believe that empowering people and valuing their differences are essential for our mission of connecting people to the cleanest energy on earth.