Sales Consultant- B2C Solar Industry - Kitchener-Waterloo, Canada - Shift Energy Group
Description
Solar Sales Consultant
Full-time Permanent
Greater Kitchener-Cambridge-Waterloo Metropolitan Area
Ontario
Shift Energy Group seeks a
Solar Sales Consultant in the Greater Kitchener-Cambridge-Waterloo Metropolitan Area, Ontario, to join our national Sales team. As a solar consultant at Shift, you will showcase a varied, intelligent, and compassionate approach when interacting with our clients, vendors, and colleagues. Our solar consultants are proactive, driven individuals who consistently strive for excellence and challenge the status quo.
Shift is a leading engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) company specializing in solar and energy storage projects. At Shift, we lead the Canadian Solar Industry with a vision for unparalleled success. Our culture thrives on efficiency, adaptability, resiliency, and growth, driving us to set industry benchmarks through constant innovation.
Responsibilities:
- Work independently in your designated market with mínimal supervision.
- Directly report to the Sales Manager.
- Schedule inhouse consultations that are set up through internal leads
- Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to align with our client's availability. Note that working over 40 hours per week is common for our solar consultants.
- Practice and effectively use persuasive communication skills and tools virtually and inperson to close the sale.
- Maintain a clean driving record.
- Have access to a dependable and clean vehicle.
- Utilize various online tools and software programs for processing information.
- Keep up to date with market trends and continuously learn about our products and services.
Working Conditions:
- This remote position as a Solar Sales Consultant involves regular travel across Ontario, including visits to client sites and potential sales locations, which may be local or occasionally farther away.
- The role includes working in diverse settings such as trade shows and community events.
- Working hours are flexible; while there may be regular office hours, evening or weekend work is often required to meet with clients or attend events.
- The job may require physical activity, such as walking around large properties to assess sites for solar panel installation.
Qualifications:
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2-3 years of experience in sales or commission-based roles is required, with a strong preference for experience in home development products and B2C sales
:
- Secondary school completion.
- Fluency in writing, speaking, and reading English is required.
- Being bilingual in French and English is highly preferred.
- Sales experience working specifically with homeowners is especially preferred.
- A proven track record of success in retail or doortodoor sales is preferred.
We Offer:
- Attractive base salary with additional commission and bonus opportunities.
- After completing the 6month employment, the sales consultant may receive full commissionbased compensation, and other incentives.
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Group retirement savings plan (RSP)
- Allowances for vehicle and communication expenses
- Funds for professional development
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Provision of all necessary materials and training for success
- Frequent company outings, events, and parties
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
Working at Shift:
This is an excellent opportunity for a self-starter to join a young, dynamic organization with growth and personal development opportunities.
Join us in shaping the future of the solar industry in Canada.
Experience:
- Direct sales: 2 years (required)
Language:
- English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Class G Licence (required)
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (required)
Work Location:
In person
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