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Brand Ambassador/Canvasser #2

Posted 139 days ago in Marketing/PR


Job Responsibilities / Requirements:
  • Sales:  Promotion of new offers to residential customers in a retail environment and in local neighborhoods.
  • Merchandising:  Ensure marketing collateral is on display, and presentable to customers.
  • Training:  Responsible to educate Retail Sales Associates on Solar, during slow consumer traffic.  Generate positive PR and Brand Awareness in-store.
  • Personal Development / Training:  Must be willing to commit to initial training via on-line/in-person and conference call (specific date still TBD)
  • Relationship Building:  Must have the ability to communicate professionally and effectively with, Retail Sales Associates, Retail Management Team and Customers.
  • Administration/Reporting:  Must complete accurate and timely daily recap reports online, weekly schedule and territory/store management 
  • Must be available to work on Weekends
 
Incentive Earning Opportunity:
In addition to the hourly rate offered, we believe in rewarding results and outstanding execution. An aggressive appointment and sales Bonus/Commission is in place to motivate and reward top performers.
 

Behavioral Requirements:
  • Articulate - able to verbally express the product capabilities in simple terms.
  • Demo and in-store training experience - comfortable demonstrating the product through hands-on use.
  • Persuasive – able to influence the buying decision.
  • Professional – exhibits a clean, neat, professional image.
  • Customer-service oriented – enjoys being helpful to others.
  • Sales background with minimum of 1 year direct sales experience.  Focus on sales results and qualifying customers.
  • Retail expertise either directly with a retailer or with a Field Marketing agency.
  • Positive attitude & experience turning a “maybe” into a “yes”. 
  • Proactive communication style and ability to be responsive to last minute requests.
  • Results and action oriented – ownership minded
  • Timely Communications Required. It is mandatory that responses to management phone calls or emails are returned  within 24 hours
  • Independent, self –motivated, and organized, while remaining flexible and adaptable
 
Technical Requirements:
  • Must be sufficiently skilled at using the internet and other computer programs/systems necessary to complete administrative tasks.
  • Must have a cell phone and access to a computer.
  • Reliable access to transportation as needed to travel to/from stores, events, field etc.
  • Access to a digital camera is highly desirable
 
Physical Requirement:
  • Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. without limitations and ability to stand for up to 8 hours at a time (subject to authorized breaks and meal periods)
  • Must be capable of bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting and squatting for up to 8 hours during your shift
 
Dress Code:
  • Name tag and branded Polo shirt provided
  • Khaki or black solid pants (must be professional: no cargo or denim pants), Docker’s style is approved
  • Closed toed sturdy shoes (no open toed, sandals, high heels, or sneakers)
 
 
Candidates must possess the following:
  • High school diploma or G.E.D. (or equivalent experience)
  • 18 years of age plus a valid social security number (for payroll and tax purposes)
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States
  • Ability to satisfy drug-screen and background check subject to applicable law  
  • Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record and a willingness to travel (this position will require traveling to specific sites). 
  • Some positions offer travel reimbursement, specifics would be discussed later in the interview process. 

About Verengo Solar:

Verengo Solar is the largest residential solar specialist in the country. We market, sell and install solar photovoltaic systems, which enable homeowners to save money on their electricity bills and replace dirty electricity with clean, renewable energy. We are experiencing tremendous growth, are profitable and today have $100+ million in annual revenue with nearly 1,000 employees.

Verengo is ranked #1 on the Solar Power World list of Top Residential Solar Contractors in the U.S., has been named to Inc. Magazine's List of America's Fastest Growing Companies and earned an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. We survey all of our customers and 97% of them would refer us to their friends and family. The company has earned this recognition and customer satisfaction by making solar easy and affordable for its customers and delivering superior customer service. All of this, while making the planet a better place to live.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a company that is in the right place at the right time. Residential solar leasing is expected to grow by over 400% by 2016. Verengo has already demonstrated that it can scale its business rapidly while being profitable and we've achieved a leadership role in the industry. As a result, we are well-positioned to capitalize on this market opportunity.

We are headquartered in Torrance, California with a call center in Phoenix and field operations centers in California (Anaheim, Fresno, Bay Area) and New York.