Direct Sales Associate- Sandusky, OH

Interstate Gas Supply • Cleveland, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Home Energy Consultant, Retail, the Direct Sales Associate acquires new customers and promotes products within a retail location. The associate becomes a subject matter expert on the company’s offerings and uses consultative sales techniques to build customer relationships and recommend energy products. The role is full-time, with a base salary and uncapped commissions, and offers opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Requirements

• Strong motivation to sell, with excellent customer service, customer retention, and sales-closing skills.
• Understanding of the business, commitment to company values, and willingness to pursue continuous learning and development.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and professionalism, including the ability to connect with diverse customers and colleagues.
• Patience and a consistently positive attitude, with the ability to identify and overcome customer objections.
• Strong negotiation and closing skills, with an emphasis on educating customers.
• Ability to interpret, analyze, and evaluate information related to selling techniques.
• Time-management and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work independently and maintain a flexible schedule to meet performance expectations.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience in retail or a related field is preferred.
• Previous experience in sales, customer retention, or account management.
• Flexibility to work second-shift hours, including evenings, holidays, and weekends as needed.
• Reliable transportation to and from the job and training sites.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; current or future sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent experience in retail or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent Just Energy or IGS Energy at retail stores to acquire and retain customers while providing an exceptional customer experience.
• Use a consultative selling approach to understand customers’ needs and recommend natural gas, electricity, and alternative energy products.
• Achieve sales objectives and follow departmental goals, policies, and procedures.
• Use listening and negotiation skills to address objections or skepticism while maintaining professionalism and customer interest.
• Build collaborative working relationships with sales representatives, retail store managers, and retail employees.
• Learn and demonstrate understanding of current product programs and offerings, and clearly communicate information to help customers make informed decisions.

Benefits

• Medical coverage, including free telehealth, dental and vision coverage, and employer health savings account contributions.
• Headspace support and free mental healthcare visits for employees and dependents.
• Family-planning support through Maven, paid family and caregiver leave, and fertility, adoption, and surrogacy services.
• 401(k) plan with company match and access to financial wellbeing tools.
• Paid time off, tuition reimbursement, paid leaves, an employee hardship fund, and additional perks.
• Base salary and uncapped sales commissions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED