Connexus Energy has an exciting opportunity to join our Sales Team as Commercial Account Representative. In this role you will interact extensively with commercial utility members promoting energy conservation and wholesale demand reduction, and helping to identify electrification opportunities.

　　Based in Ramsey, Connexus Energy is Minnesota’s largest electric cooperative, providing electricity, renewable energy alternatives and related services to 144,000+ residential and commercial members just north of the Twin Cities. We offer a collaborative work environment with challenging and rewarding work, which provides for professional development and work-life balance in a highly technical, stable and innovative industry. We give back to the communities we have served for more than 80 years by embracing opportunities to volunteer, donate and support economic development. Our talented and friendly staff focuses on achieving our mission of powering our members and communities toward a smarter energy future with a passionate focus on affordability, innovation, safety, and grid reliability.

　　Key Responsibilities & Results:

　　Conduct face to face meetings with small to medium size commercial members located in the Connexus Energy service area, building relationships, helping with cost saving strategies, and identifying electrification opportunities and low cost/no cost energy conservation opportunities.

　　Continue the development and use of our Customer (Member) Relationship Management (CRM/MRM) system.

　　Partner with other internal departments on running successful sales campaigns.

　　Assess commercial rebate program management with assigned member accounts in compliance with the Conservation Improvement Program (CIP).

　　Build and maintain positive relationships and identify opportunities with trade ally partners and builders of commercial projects, such as multi-family housing, apartments, and businesses.

　　Required Talents, Skills, Education, Expertise:

　　Knowledge acquired through a bachelor’s degree in energy conservation, data management, sales/marketing, communications, or related field.

　　Three years of experience working in energy conservation, demand response programs, HVAC, electrical, sales, or customer service is required.

　　Skilled in the use of computers and the associated programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

　　Working knowledge of a CRM system.

　　Ability to perform complex energy analysis computations and prepare and maintain rebate records and reports.

　　Working knowledge of energy conservation and marketing methods, techniques and practices related to data and data analytics.

　　Ability to bring members, suppliers, and contractors together to accomplish energy saving goals.

　　Ability to develop and deliver various types of presentations to individuals and large groups.

　　Ability to establish and maintain harmonious and effective working relationships.

　　Ability to deal tactfully, persuasively, and effectively with the public.

　　Able and willing to attend evening and/or weekend meetings, fairs, and trade shows on occasion.

　　Able and willing to work extra hours when necessary or when workload requires.

　　Able and willing to accept occasional overnight travel to participate in training sessions or other work-related assignments.

　　Possess a valid MN Class C driver’s license.

　　Preferred Talents, Skills, Education, Expertise:

　　Certification as a Certified Key Account Executive (CKAE)

　　Certification as a Certified Energy Manager (CEM)

　　Certification as a Business Energy Professional (BEP)

　　Bi-lingual

　　Pre-Employment Requirement: Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

　　Compensation: Connexus Energy offers all employees a competitive base salary, an annual incentive, and an attractive benefits package including medical, dental, life, company provided disability insurance, generous company contribution and match to 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.

　　An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Veterans, Disabilities

　　All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.