Direct Sales Consultant

    Sunrun

    🇺🇸 Tampa, FL
    External
    SaaS
    Commission Only
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    Posted Aug 29, 2026
    Job Type

    External

    Work Type

    On-site

    Vertical

    SaaS

    Source

    themuse

    About this role

    Ever since we started in 2007, Sunrun has been at the forefront of connecting people to the cleanest energy on Earth. It's why we've become the #1 home solar and battery company in America. Today, we're on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy, and we're building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life.

    And we're doing it by designing a dynamic culture where employee development, well-being, and safety come first. We're unlike any other solar company. Our vertically integrated model gives us total control over every part of the energy lifecycle - from sale through installation and beyond - so you can find endless opportunities for growth.

    Come join a career you can grow in and a culture you can run with.Overview The Field Sales Consultant self-generated referral role will identify sales leads and present in-home presentations on our solar products and services for potential customers.

    Their priority is to make a genuine human connection with the potential customers with the intent to qualify and vet solar as a viable energy solution for their home and families.

    If you enjoy face to face interaction, engaging customers and find the idea of working out in the field exciting, then this is the job for you!Learn more HERE, from Eric, Regional Sales Manager, on the attributes of a successful Field Sales Consultant, and why YOU should work at Sunrun as a Field Sales Consultant (SGR)!

    Responsibilities/The ImpactDevelop effective self-generated sales strategies, leads and appointments with potential customersProvide an industry leading customer sales experience from initial contact through installation and after the customer's system is turned onConduct in-home sales presentations for potential customers and evaluate customers' knowledge and needs, building productive long lasting relationshipsHandle the pipeline of activity from prospect to install by following up with all self generated leads and in-home consultationsAccurately dispo

    Selling Motion

    Prospecting

    Outbound-Heavy

    Self-sourced pipeline via cold outreach

    Buyer Persona

    Manager-Level

    Departmental buyers and team leads

    Territory

    Geographic

    Region-based territory assignment

    Requirements at a Glance

    Bachelor's Degree·Required
    Prospecting·Required skill

    Typical Day — Sales Rep

    Outreach calls30–50/day
    Email sequences20–40/day
    Client meetings3–5/week

    Estimates based on role type and selling motion — actual may vary by company.

    SaaS — Interview Intel

    Typical Sales Cycle

    30–90 days (SMB) · 3–9 months (Mid-Market) · 6–18 months (Enterprise)

    Common Buyer Objections

    • "We're locked into a contract with [competitor]"
    • "We built something in-house already"
    • "We don't have budget until next quarter"
    • "Our team won't adopt another tool"

    Key Industry Metrics

    ARR / MRRNet Revenue Retention (NRR)CAC Payback PeriodLogo Churn vs Revenue ChurnACV (Avg Contract Value)Magic Number

    Hot Topics to Reference

    • • AI-native product disruption
    • • PLG vs sales-led motion debate
    • • Vertical SaaS consolidation
    • • Usage-based pricing models

    Use these insights to speak the buyer's language in interviews.

    Tags

    Sales
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    Why are you interested in this role?

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    What motivates you in a sales environment?

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    How do you handle rejection?

    Template question
    Research Sunrun's product, recent news, and key competitors
    Prepare metrics: quota attainment %, average deal size, win rate
    Practice a 2-minute product demo pitch for a mock discovery call
    Calculate your minimum monthly target to cover expenses during ramp
    Prepare questions about lead flow, territory, and ramp support
    Review the job description and map your experience to each requirement
    Role Insights

    This direct sales consultant position with Sunrun offers an opportunity to develop your sales career in a competitive market.

    Top SaaS reps often earn significant upside through accelerators once quota is exceeded.

    The US market offers the highest OTE potential globally for sales professionals, with a highly competitive talent landscape.

    Commission-only structures offer unlimited upside but require financial runway during ramp periods. Confirm draw availability and average ramp-to-quota timeline before accepting.

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