Solar Sales Manager

ETW Energy is seeking a Solar Sales Manager in Peoria, IL, to lead and develop a solar sales team. The role involves recruiting, training, and motivating team members to achieve sales targets while managing customer relationships. Candidates should have solar sales experience and leadership skills. The position is commission-based with flexible scheduling, but requires travel to customer locations and job sites.
Company Overview

ETW Energy is dedicated to providing high-quality and reliable solar solutions that empower individuals to save money on their energy bills while contributing to a sustainable future. We are passionate about making a positive impact on the world and are looking for exceptional individuals to join our mission.

POSITION SUMMARY

ETW Energy is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Solar Sales Manager to lead, motivate, and develop our residential/commercial solar sales team. As a 1099 Independent Contractor, you will have the flexibility to manage your own schedule while being responsible for driving team performance and customer growth. The ideal candidate has a strong background in solar sales, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for renewable energy solutions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Lead and motivate a team of solar sales representatives to achieve and surpass individual and team sales targets.
• Recruit, train, and onboard new sales representatives, ensuring they understand product offerings, sales techniques, and compliance protocols.
• Conduct regular coaching sessions, performance evaluations, and sales training to improve team effectiveness.
• Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly KPIs and sales metrics to ensure consistent progress toward targets.
• Develop and implement sales strategies and action plans that align with company goals.
• Collaborate with marketing, operations, and installation teams to ensure a seamless customer experience.
• Manage and resolve escalated customer concerns or objections.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, competitors, and regulatory changes in the solar energy sector.
• Commission-based compensation with performance bonuses and team incentives
• Flexibility and autonomy with an uncapped earning potential
• Opportunities for growth and team expansion with a supportive infrastructure and resources

REQUIREMENTS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER SKILLS)
• Proven experience in solar sales (2+ years preferred), with at least 1 year in a team leadership or supervisory role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a high-performing sales team.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of solar energy products, financing options, and industry regulations.
• Ability to analyze data and metrics to drive decisions.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in CRM tools

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Ability to travel to customer locations and job sites as needed
• Frequently required to stand, walk, and occasionally climb stairs
• May occasionally lift materials and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds
• Work may require exposure to outdoor elements and varying weather conditions during site visits

DISCLAIMER

This description indicates the general nature and level of the qualifications and duties required of employees in this job classification and it is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

ETW Energy, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $110,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year

Benefits:
• Flexible schedule

Compensation Package:
• 1099 contract
• Uncapped commission

Schedule:
• Choose your own hours

Work Location: Remote