Business Development Sales Director

Cleanleaf Energy is Hiring a Proven Sales Hunter!

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About the Position

Are you a tenacious deal-closer who loves uncovering new business opportunities? Cleanleaf Energy is looking for a Business Development Sales Director with a hunter’s mindset – someone who isn’t afraid to hit the phones, knock on doors (real or virtual), and open new opportunities for our Operations and Maintenance (O&M) services in the solar PV and BESS sectors. We’re looking for a high-energy, highly motivated individual who can build a strong pipeline from scratch, create lasting customer relationships, and close deals that move the needle. This role is made for someone who thrives on the grind – identifying new prospects, developing value-driven proposals, and winning new business through sheer drive, industry knowledge, and persuasive salesmanship. This position will report to the VP of Business Development.

Position Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue O&M opportunities in the solar PV and BESS markets through outbound prospecting, cold outreach, networking, and industry engagement.
• Maintain a robust and active sales funnel; update and track all activity in CRM.
• From lead generation to contract close – including quoting, proposal development, and negotiation.
• Engage decision‑makers, influencers, and stakeholders across the industry to open doors and close deals.
• Make regular, consistent contact with prospects and clients through calls, emails, site visits, conferences, and events.
• Work with Field Ops, Finance, and Executive leadership to ensure smooth project handoffs and alignment on customer delivery.
• Represent Cleanleaf at industry events, tradeshows, and webinars to promote our O&M capabilities and expand your network.
• Meet or exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets.

The Ideal Candidate

Required Skills And Experience

Demonstrated ability to develop and close complex, consultative sales

Working Conditions

Compensation

Cleanleaf Energy’s approach to compensating our employees is unique and progressive. We offer a casual community‑based workplace that is upbeat and hardworking. We strive for quality workmanship and place a large emphasis on customer satisfaction. We promote from within and are seeking career‑minded individuals, looking to advance in the growing photovoltaic industry.

We offer pay commensurate with experience, along with excellent benefits including :

The targeted pay scale for this role is $100,000 – $150,000 annually, with the potential to earn an additional $100,000 in commissions contingent upon meeting specified performance targets. Actual compensation will be based on an assessment of factors including the successful candidate’s experience, skill, and other job‑related factors.

Cleanleaf Energy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Cleanleaf complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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A NOTE TO THIRD‑PARTY RECRUITERS

Cleanleaf’s HR team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. Cleanleaf does not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. Resumes are only accepted from third‑party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies if a signed agreement is in place AND if external recruiting assistance is authorized by the HR team for a specific position. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Cleanleaf. Cleanleaf is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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