Sales Development Representative - Simply Solar

At Simply Solar, we are passionate about driving California communities towards clean energy and a brighter future. Our company is built on respect for each other, our customers, and our community. We believe that people matter, and everyone is human. We are education-focused and want to ensure quality service and a professional experience. We’re always looking for honest, hardworking, and empathetic people. If that’s you, apply now!

We’re looking for an Inbound Sales Development Rep (SDR) who will be responsible for all marketing generated pipeline at Simply Solar. Your focus is triaging inbound leads, ensuring they are qualified, and following up in a timely manner to convert these leads into qualified opportunities for our sales team. This person will help to build the inbound playbook - partnering closely with our marketing team to help achieve our marketing pipeline goals. 

This job is for you if…

You see opportunity and you take it. There can be no improvement if you don’t try new things to generate business. You understand the importance of a brand, and are interested in the solar industry. (PLUS if you have solar experience) You will have the opportunity to grow financially and build your career if you are eager to do so. You respect your work life balance, and are transparent with leadership about what you need to excel in the role. You will be working autonomously at most times, can you keep yourself motivated and achieve results? 

What we're offering

• Base hourly wage plus commission 
• Health Insurance - We cover 90% of the Kaiser Silver Employee premium as our base plan.
• Buy-up (Kaiser Gold and Platinum) and Non-Kaiser plans are also available - ask HR for more details.
• Dental/Vision insurance - we cover 90% of the employee monthly premium
• $10,000 Life Insurance Policy - 100% paid by us!
• 10 days PTO in your first year
• Plus 7 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) plan
• Employee Assistance Program

And more!

What it's like to work here

A friendly, professional team environment with supportive leadership

Sales Development Representatives who excel in this role have the potential for advancement with higher earning potential. 

Room for growth, advancement, and professional development

High earning potential with no commission cap

What you will do

Our Sales Development Representatives are the first point of contact for potential Simply Solar Clients. Our Sales Development Representatives have a number of tools at their disposal. A world class CRM, texting and phone call capabilities, automated scheduling with ChiliPiper are just a few of those tools! Your job is to build rapport, learn about customer needs, and prepare an individual for a qualified and productive Sales Consultation. 

Key Responsibilities

• Build relationships with potential Simply Solar clients, addressing their interests, needs and concerns
• Educate potential clients about solar energy in an interesting and engaging way
• Schedule solar and roofing appointments for our outside sales consultants
• Represent Simply Solar in a positive and professional manner
• Follow up with potential clients via text, phone, social channels, and email
• Track contact and follow-up with potential clients in our CRM

About You

You’re a people person with strong customer service and sales skills. You’re comfortable on the phone and have a strong phone presence - warm, polished, and professional. You have experience with or can quickly learn the tools we use, like Salesforce, GSuite, and Chilipiper. You’re already passionate about or interested in learning more about solar energy.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Professional and enthusiastic phone presence
• Excellent sales and customer service skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check