Summary

Job title: Sales Trainee*

Job ID: 202459710010

Department: Portland - Greentech Renewables

Location: OR-Milwaukie

Description

Summary:

We are actively seeking an Account Management Sales Trainee to join Greentech Renewables’ Training Program. In this approximate 24-month program, the Sales Trainee would rotate through various roles gaining experience in each department within the company to get a deeper understanding of the business model. You will get exposure to Warehouse Operations, Logistics, Account Management, Outside Sales, Project Management, Purchasing, Business Operations, and more!

We are seeking candidates who are new to sales or possess some sales experience.

While the position provides structured on-the-job training, there is also online training related to solar PV, business development, and management. No prior experience is necessary as the program is designed to provide the tools and training needed for a successful career in Account Management with a multi-million-dollar company.

ABOUT US:

Greentech Renewables is a positive, friendly, and empowering workplace environment. Our team is made up of hardworking, fun, communicative solar professionals. We provide dedicated product and industry training to our employees to assist in developing their skill sets while investing in their long-term success. Our team culture is important to us – come join a wonderful group!

Greentech is part of a larger family-owned company that has a history of success in distribution since 1957. As the nation’s leading solar equipment distributor, we offer an extensive on-site inventory featuring products from the solar and electrical industry’s top manufacturers. With over 80 solar distribution centers nationwide and a through our unique business model, we’re able to provide solar industry customers with the tools to design, finance, sell, and install solar PV and energy storage solutions in an efficient, cost-effective manner. The company’s core values of service, integrity, and reliability shape the way we do business but our true success stems from our people.

Greentech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, age, or veteran status.

Reports to: Profit Center Manager

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or experience in lieu of degree

• Must be a self-starter who can handle multiple tasks at the same time

• Must be able to take initiative in projects and be proactive

• Must be detail-oriented and possess a good work ethic

• Stellar communication & time management skills

• Must be organized and enjoy collaborative problem-solving

• Must be team-oriented and highly motivated with strong collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Working Conditions:

• Conditions vary based on the trainee’s current segment of the training and will include warehouse, office and external environments.

• During some segments, activities will include lifting, sorting, standing, possible extreme heat/cold conditions.

• Office segments may include sitting for extended periods.

• Various segments will include some travel – both by car and by air.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Essential Job Functions:

• Develop an understanding of company operations and business philosophy

• Learn the ins and outs of customer relationship management

• Learn processes and strategies to help customers stay organized and informed, and to make it easy for the customers to provide forecasting for their upcoming projects

• Self-driven continuous learning and training in solar technology in an effort to give customers advice on products and product alternatives

• Engage in pricing and availability discussions with team, customers, and vendors

• Develop relationships with new or existing solar manufacturers

• Provide insight into purchasing decisions for the team based on conversations with customers and a well-established customer relationship

CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran

Compensation Range:

The compensation range for this position is $50000 to $85000 annually.

Other Compensation:

The following additional compensation may be applicable for this position:

• Profit Sharing

Benefits:

Benefits available for this position are:

• Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Care for full-time positions

• Life Insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid Sick Leave

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Vacation

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and matching

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Teledoc

• Paid Pregnancy & New Parent Leave