First Solar Development
Sales Analyst (Sales)
Our high growth and leadership position in the renewable energy business offers outstanding opportunities to individuals seeking an exciting work environment in one of the most important industries for the 21st century. First Solar is a leader in the development and manufacturing of thin film solar modules used in grid-connected solar power plants, as well as a provider of complete solar generation solutions for U.S. utilities. Our culture is one where teamwork, continuous improvement, achievement of results, and environmental responsibility are core values. We are seeking new associates who are motivated to contribute their talents to making cost-effective solar energy an important part of the world's energy mix.
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First Solar's sales department seeks candidates who believe in our mission of providing cost-advantaged solar technology through innovation, customer engagement, industry leadership and operational excellence. First Solar's sales team is responsible for building sales and revenue generation by leveraging the company's differentiated products and industry-leading execution capabilities. Their mission is to engage customers, service their needs and win their business and trust, all while working collaboratively across First Solar functions to create innovative offerings to support First Solar's growth, profitability and liquidity goals.
The sales team looks for motivated individuals to engage the market with products, systems and services that meet our customers' renewable energy needs and continuously look for ways to improve processes to help us lead the world's sustainable energy future.
Job Title: Sales Analyst
Reports To: Director, Utility Origination
Job Status: Exempt (Salaried)
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The US Origination team manages partnerships and sales with buyers of FS technology for utility-scale solar power plants. This is a growing, fast-paced team, with the ability to engage on a global scale.
The Sales Analyst will be responsible for supporting deal leads in originating and transacting technology sales. This entails supporting key sales activities such as customer onboarding, lead vetting, technical due diligence, and RFP response. The position will interface with and coordinate internally across product management, supply chain, warranty, and engineering representatives.
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All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. In order to best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation. First Solar is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.
Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.