Sales Director - Central Region

ECM Holding Group•IL-Chicago US-CO-Denver US-AZ-Phoenix, IL

15h•Remote

About The Position

We are a cleantech contractor that provides comprehensive energy efficiency services for energy service companies (ESCOs) and corporate clients. Our services are provided by six specialized units focused on weatherization, water efficiency engineering, lighting, airflow controls, HVAC, and infrastructure solutions. ECM Holding Company is seeking a highly motivated and results-driven B2B Business Development Representative to drive revenue growth by acquiring and managing business clients. In this role, you will be calling on Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) throughout the Midwest, Mountain, and Southwestern US, selling ECM’s suite of contracting solutions to support their project work as a subcontractor. This is a long-term account acquisition and maintenance role to develop customers that will work with ECM for multiple projects over multiple years. You will be reporting to the VP of Business Development with flexibility to call on customers throughout the Midwest and Western US.

Requirements

5+ years of B2B sales experience, preferably in HVAC, controls, energy conservation, building technologies, renewable energy, or similar solutions.
Proven track record of exceeding sales targets
Experience in building market share in accounts with active incumbent competitors
Formal or structured training in sales fundamentals is required
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite
Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote environment

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred
Market segment experience in selling or working with Energy Service Companies is a plus
Experience in competitive RFPs and competitive bidding environments a plus
Technical aptitude or engineering background is preferred

Responsibilities

Identify and engage potential business clients through cold calling, networking, and digital outreach.
Research industry trends, competitor activities, and client needs to develop effective sales strategies.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers to foster trust and long-term partnerships.
Present and promote products/services tailored to client requirements, demonstrating clear value propositions.
Negotiate terms and finalize agreements to achieve sales targets and ensure client satisfaction.
Maintain accurate records of opportunities and activities using CRM tools, providing timely reports and forecasts.
Work closely with internal teams such as Marketing and Operations to ensure seamless delivery and customer success.
Attend trade shows, conferences, and networking events to enhance brand visibility and generate leads.
Work with internal SMEs and senior business development executives for team-based selling, particularly during the first 12-18 months of work.