*what to expect*
this is multi-faceted role where a strong technical knowledge of tesla's energy product suite and strong business knowledge of the market for energy storage is expected. The sales manager will lead projects from conception through contract execution with support from tesla's technical and commercial support organizations. This role will involve a mix of internal and external task management responsibilities. Internally, diverse project teams comprised of engineering, finance, legal and other disciplines will need to be coordinated. Externally, customer relationships are built and managed, contracts are negotiated and closed. Besides a strong work ethic and a team-oriented personality, members of our team display creativity, passion, and a desire to break new ground in a constantly growing technology and market landscape.
*what you'll do*
- manage a project pipeline of short, medium, and long-term opportunities spanning multiple states, project types, and markets
- lead the sales cycle, including deal origination, project development management, contract negotiation and closing a targeted product volume and/or revenue each year (quota bearing)
- manage techno-economic analysis of opportunities
- identifying associated risks, optimizing technical and commercial variables, and articulating tesla's value versus competitive offerings
- provide reporting to management as and when required
- generate quotes and supply customers with high quality, accurate project proposals, often in response to highly complex and formal utility rfps
*what you'll bring*
- 4-5 years minimum work experience in the renewable energy space and/or power sector
- experience in sales or business development (customer-facing)
- working knowledge of battery systems, renewable power, and grid markets
- hands-on contract negotiation experience in energy storage or renewables
- experience managing cross-functional projects in fast paced, dynamic settings
- strong analytical/quantitative skills regarding complex price models, storage/renewable project economics, techno-economic optimizations, quantitative risk analysis, etc.
- ability to travel periodically
tesla is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.