Commercial Sales Consultant- Nelnet Renewable Energy (Palatine, Il)

Nelnet Renewable Energy began from Nelnet, a company that started 40-plus years ago with a purpose to serve our customers and communities. Over the years, our corporate color green has taken on new meaning as we’ve applied multiple capabilities to our passion for supporting a transition to renewable energy. Learn more about who we are, what we do – and the many ways we can help you achieve your sustainability and financial goals.

Nelnet is a diversified and innovative company committed to enriching lives through the power of service as a student loan servicer, professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payments processor, renewable energy solutions, and K-12 and higher education expert.

**This position will be based out of our Palatine, IL office. Candidate must live within a 2-3 hour radius and willing to travel onsite as needed**

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and present product offerings for a variety of stakeholders in varying environments
• Use a process driven consultative sales approach to match customer needs with company product offerings
• Self-generate leads through existing networks and through business development
• Work with prospective customers to provide solar array knowledge
• Draft and send out proposals to secure commercial scale projects
• Provide education on federal and state incentives for projects

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with a variety of commercial and non-profit financing options
• 2+ years of commercial solar sales experience with proven results (required)

COMPETENCIES – SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:

• High attention to detail and accuracy when working internally with the team and externally with customers
• Working knowledge of various federal and state incentives
• Understanding of utility company interconnection and metering policies
• Strong customer service skills with proven customer satisfaction
• Proven ability to use a CRM and leverage other tech platforms
• Proven ability to generate at least $2M+ in annual revenue

Pay range for this role is $60,000 + commission annually, with no earnings cap. Potential total earnings of $125k-$200k+ annually.

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA, generous earned time off, 401K/student loan repayment, life insurance & AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, employee stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement, performance-based incentive pay, short- and long-term disability, and a robust wellness program. Click here to learn more about our benefits: .

Nelnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer, complies with Executive Order 11246, and takes affirmative action to ensure that qualified applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, or sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by Federal or State law or local ordinance.

Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 or .

Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.