Territory Sales Executive
d.light
Company Overview
d.light
San Francisco, CA, United States
2007
Employee count is not publicly disclosed, and revenue figures for 2023 or later are not available; however, d.light has raised over $20 million in early venture capital and participated in multiple funding rounds, including a $30 million Series D (source: sfgate.com).
What They Do
d.light is a for-profit social enterprise and certified B Corporation that specializes in solar-powered solutions aimed at off-grid and underserved communities. The company focuses on providing affordable and durable solar lighting, home systems, inverters, and appliances, with a strong emphasis on human-centered design. Their products include solar home systems, portable solar lanterns, and PayGo financing models, which allow customers to pay for their energy solutions in manageable daily installments of 20-50 US cents (source: dlight.com). The technology is designed to last, featuring LiFePO4 batteries that can endure over 2000 cycles, and polycrystalline solar panels ranging from 9W to 40W, making them suitable for various applications in regions lacking reliable electricity (source: dlight.com). By targeting low-income families, small businesses, health centers, and schools, d.light aims to improve the quality of life for millions while promoting sustainable energy practices.
Projects & Track Record
Since its inception, d.light has successfully distributed over 25 million solar products across 62 countries, significantly impacting the lives of approximately 173 million people. Notable projects include installations at the Gora Primary Health Care Center in Plateau State, Nigeria, where their iMAX10 inverters have facilitated critical medical interventions during power outages. Additionally, health centers in Abia State have utilized d.light's technology for phototherapy treatments (source: techxlab.org). Current efforts are focused on scaling PayGo solar home systems in regions like Mt. Kenya's Kiharu area, where they provide essential lighting and educational support, as well as in urban settings like Nairobi for business lighting solutions (source: dlight.com). The company has established partnerships with local distributors and organizations such as Acumen to enhance its reach and effectiveness in delivering solar solutions to those in need.
Recent Developments
In recent years, d.light has gained recognition for its impactful solar solutions, highlighted in the Earthshot Prize video released on October 16, 2024, which showcased how their products have powered 175 million lives across Africa and helped offset 38 million tonnes of carbon emissions (source: youtube.com). The company has also celebrated the milestone of selling 25 million products, contributing to its ambitious goal of reaching 1 billion lives by 2030 (source: techxlab.org). While there have been no major contracts or acquisitions reported for 2023-2025, d.light continues to build on its legacy of innovation and social impact, having previously won the Global LEAP Award in 2016 for its energy-efficient off-grid appliances.
Working There
d.light offers a variety of roles that likely include positions in engineering, sales, customer support, and supply chain management, reflecting its diverse operational needs across global markets. The company recruits talent for its headquarters in San Francisco as well as for field offices in Kenya, India, and China, emphasizing community engagement by hiring local sales agents (source: dlight.com). The culture at d.light is centered around human-centered design and social impact, with a commitment to empowering local communities and ensuring product durability in extreme conditions. While specific employee benefits are not detailed, the company's innovative PayGo financing models suggest a focus on aligning employee interests with customer needs and sustainable practices (source: thecharlesbronfmanprize.org).
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Job Description
The job holder will be responsible for ensuring that sales targets for all d.light products, as well as revenues and collections, are met within the designated sales area or territory, in this case, either within Nairobi, Mountain, Machakos and Coast.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Create awareness in the designated geography and aid in direct selling for our retail outlets.
- Recruit and manage quality Solar Energy Promoters as per the given targets.
- Prospect new customers and constantly expand the business.
- Manage the regional outlet sales agents and ensure sales targets are achieved by pushing stock out to assigned outlets.
- Monitor sales data and keep up to date with current market trends and customer needs which includes customer queries and complaints.
- Ensure availability of stock in all outlets.
- Focus on activating new channels - Experience Centers, Phone shops, and Retail Distributors.
- Relationship building between d.light and clients.
- Identify and monitor all competitive activities within the territory.
- Implement the d-light Route to Market.
- Ensure quality customers are onboarded and delinquency is maintained below the specified percentage.
- Review and assess new customers on-boarded within their area of jurisdiction for quality of payments to ensure the portfolio health is within the defined threshold.
- Evaluate and study high-risk accounts and analyze all customer payment patterns within their area of jurisdiction to drive compliance as per defined risk and quality of Sales processes by taking the necessary remedial actions to cause-correct customers behind their payment schedules.
- Ensure stock / Inventory management is done within the acceptable and laid down procedures and expectations at every stock location under jurisdiction.
- Supervise the stocking and safety of d.light stock with the SEPs to ensure desired approved minimum stock levels at all times.
- Follow up on outstanding payments from customers and ensure timely settlement.
- Ensure the assigned tools of trade are well maintained and used to perform company work as per the laid down policies and procedures.
- Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
KPIs
- Sales Target Achievement
- Collection Target Achievement
- Recruitment and Management of SEPs & ECs
- Stock Availability and Inventory Management
Requirements
- At least 1-3 years of sales experience with a demonstrable and successful sales track record.
- A Degree or Higher Diploma in Sales and marketing, or any business-related field.
- Relevant industry background in the renewable energy or solar industry will be an added advantage.
- Experience working in a rapid sales growth environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to build rapport with customers quickly and people at all levels.
- A valid Kenya motorbike riding license.
- Strong mindset for continuous improvement and meeting or exceeding expectations and able to demonstrate complete discretion and confidentiality.
- Competency in Microsoft applications including word, excel and outlook.
- Passion for social enterprise, development of people and environmental benefits.
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their application.
Please note: Submission of both a Cover Letter and CV is mandatory for consideration.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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About the role
October 28, 2025
Full Time
Company
January 2, 2026
On-site
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Machakos, Kenya
- Coast, Kenya
- Mountain, Kenya
1-3 years
UTC+03:00
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