Field Sales Consultant

Become a Field Sales Consultant with Sunrun in Corona or Redlands, California. Attend in-home sales presentations, evaluate customer needs, and close deals in the solar energy sector. Enjoy a competitive salary with commissions, flexible work-life balance, and opportunities for career advancement. Join Sunrun as a Field Sales Consultant in Corona or Redlands, California, and be part of the leading solar company in the U.S. This role involves attending in-home sales presentations, assessing customer needs, and closing deals. Enjoy a base salary plus commissions, a flexible work-life balance, and numerous career advancement opportunities. Make a positive environmental impact while earning up to $160,000 annually with performance incentives.

Sunrun Corona, California, United States Redlands, California, United States On-site Full Time USD 20k–160k yearly UTC-08:00

Sunrun

Company Overview

Name

Sunrun Inc.

Headquarters

San Francisco, CA, United States

Founded

2007

Size

Approximately 11,000 employees (source: linkedin.com). Revenue of €1.5 billion in FY 2023 (source: investors.sunrun.com).

What They Do

Sunrun is a leading provider of residential solar energy solutions, specializing in solar panel installations, battery storage systems, and energy management tools. The company pioneered the solar-as-a-service model, allowing homeowners to access clean energy with minimal upfront costs through power purchase agreements (PPAs) (source: matrixbcg.com). Their core technology includes high-efficiency solar panels and battery systems like Brightbox, complemented by smart energy management tools such as the mySunrun app, which enables users to monitor their energy usage effectively (source: sunrun.com). Sunrun's services encompass the entire process from system design using advanced satellite imaging software to installation and ongoing maintenance, ensuring customers benefit from optimized energy savings and reliable service (source: sunrun.com). The company primarily targets U.S. residential homeowners, utilizing direct-to-consumer channels to reach households seeking flexible payment options and minimal maintenance (source: investing.com).

Projects & Track Record

Sunrun has established a significant track record in the solar industry, having installed over 5 gigawatts (GW) of solar capacity for more than 700,000 customers across 22 states by mid-2022 (source: investors.sunrun.com). The company has generated billions of kilowatt-hours of clean energy, saving customers over $150 million on their energy bills by 2017 alone (source: investors.sunrun.com). While specific project names are not detailed, Sunrun emphasizes its nationwide residential deployments, focusing on key markets such as California, Hawaii, and New York (source: solarpowerauthority.com). The company continues to expand its reach, targeting broader U.S. residential markets and integrating with retail electric providers for solar buyback programs (source: sunrun.com).

Recent Developments

In June 2022, Sunrun celebrated its 15th anniversary, highlighting its growth to 700,000 customers and 5 GW of installed capacity, reinforcing its position as a leader in residential solar and storage (source: investors.sunrun.com). The acquisition of Vivint Solar in 2020 has proven pivotal, enhancing Sunrun's sales infrastructure and market presence (source: sunrun.com). While there have been no recent mergers or major contracts reported post-2022, the company continues to focus on expanding its services and partnerships within the residential solar market (source: investing.com).

Working There

Sunrun offers a diverse range of roles across various departments, including engineering, product management, sales, marketing, operations, finance, and HR. The company primarily hires at its San Francisco headquarters, as well as nationwide for installation and field positions tied to its operations across 22 states (source: salestools.io). The company culture is centered around innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, providing employees with flexible workspaces, wellness rooms, and professional growth opportunities (source: salestools.io). While specific benefits such as health plans or PTO are not detailed, Sunrun emphasizes work-life balance and employee well-being, contributing to a supportive work environment (source: sunrun.com).

Contact

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Job Description

As a Field Sales Consultant you will be responsible for attending preset in-home sales presentations while evaluating the customer's needs and closing the deal. Join us and be part of the nation's leading solar, storage and home electrification company! This role offers a chance to advance in your career, earn a great income and make an unwavering enviornmental impact.

Job Type: Full Time
Level: Mid-Level
$20K base salary + bi-weekly commissions and bonuses based upon signed customer agreements and finished installs
Top Performers Compensation: Up to $160,000.00+/year

Success Profile

What makes a successful Field Sales Consultant at Sunrun? Check out the top traits we're looking for and see if you have the right mix.

Competitive
Goal-Orientated
Self-Starter
Customer Obsessed
Communicator
Technologically savvy

Career Path

Sunrun offers many interdisiplinary career pathways to grow your career. Start your journey today and learn how you can chose your path with Sunrun!

Field Sales Consultant
Clean Energy District Manager
Field Sales Manager
Field Sales Director

Power Your Benefits

Explore the many benefits Sunrun offers you and your family.

Financial Security

Sunrun helps support your financial wellbeing today and security for tomorrow by offering a number of powerful savings tools. Including but not limited to: Flexible Spending Program, Sunrun 401(k) Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) and Life + Disability.
Work/Life Harmony

Sunrun provides access to a number of programs to provide you with the flexibility you need for a healthy work/life balance, and to support your personal well-being. Including but not limited to: Voluntary Benefits, FOND Employee Discount Program, Education Benefit and Employee Assistance Program.
Paid Time Off

Time away from work is important in maintaining your overall wellbeing. We support you in taking appropriate time off to keep a healthy work/life balance.
Perks

On top of your competitive annual salary and commission you will have the opportunity to earn lucrative performance incentives through our Nike/Lululemon swag sponsored incentive program as well as prizes and amazing trips.

Job Details

Ever since we started in 2007, Sunrun has been at the forefront of connecting people to the cleanest energy on Earth. It's why we've become the #1 home solar and battery company in America. Today, we're on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy, and we're building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life. And we're doing it by designing a dynamic culture where employee development, well-being, and safety come first. We're unlike any other solar company. Our vertically integrated model gives us total control over every part of the energy lifecycle - from sale through installation and beyond - so you can find endless opportunities for growth. Come join a career you can grow in and a culture you can run with.

The Field Sales Consultant self-generates sales leads and presents 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!

Responsibilities/The Impact

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 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

Qualifications/How You Will Be Successful

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
Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate homeowners' schedules
Intermediate comfort level with technology, utilizing an IPAD/computer and multiple software applications. (experience with a CRM is a plus)

How you will be Awarded

Full benefits package including health, vision, dental insurance, 401K 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 - Because of the nature of our business, Sunrun cannot guarantee how much time you will be able to take away from work. Employees on our Freedom Time Off Plan are not limited to a set number of days that they are entitled to take off from work and instead 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.

Recruiter: Tamara Buenrostro ([email protected])

Please note that the compensation information is made in good faith for this position only. It assumes that the successful candidate will be located in markets within the United States that warrant the compensation. Please speak with your recruiter to learn more.

The starting salary/wage for this opportunity is in compliance with the local wage requirements. Compensation decisions will not be based on a candidate's salary history. You can learn more here: https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/21632/gst_v1_0/pdf/pay-transparency-english.pdf.

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities, some essential job functions, and qualifications for the role. It may not include all essential functions, tasks, or requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and you need reasonable accommodation during the hiring process or to perform this role, please contact us at [email protected].

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. Learn more here: EEO | Sunrun