Sales Support Specialist- Lighting

Location

Hybrid - 1-2 days/week in our Minneapolis office

Join Our Dynamic Commercial Team

We are looking for a Sales Support Specialist to join our growing Commercial One-Stop Lighting team! This role reports to the Support Staff Supervisor. The One-Stop team is responsible for implementing commercial rebate programs in Xcel Energy territory. As a Sales Support Specialist, you will be responsible for data entry, managing internal and external partner relationships, and responding to auditor and vendor requests in a timely manner. This position does not have any direct reports.

Who We Are

Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) is a clean energy nonprofit with offices in North Loop of Minneapolis and Roseville, MN.We provide practical energy solutions for homes, businesses, and communities to cut energy waste and harmful emissions. We collaborate regularly with field peers and partners, and we employ curious people who enjoy learning and contributing to the Midwest's quality of life and economy. Recognized as one of Minnesota's top 200 workplaces by the Star Tribune, CEE is known for its open communication, respect for diverse perspectives, and commitment to work-life balance.

What We Offer

• Insurance Coverage Options: To ensure you and your family are well protected, we have got you covered with Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health Saving Account, and Flexible Spending Accounts. Please see our 2026 Benefit Summary.

• Impact: We want to make the world a better and more energy efficient place. Our work and the decisions we make are rooted in this foundational desire.

• Future Planning: To help you secure your financial future, benefit from our retirement saving program. Reach your goal sooner with our immediate vestingand company contribution.

• Work/Life Balance: We recognize the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and are dedicated to supporting our team members in various aspects of their lives. Our benefits include generous Paid Time Off (PTO), paid parental leave, and salary continuation for major medical events, ensuring that you have the support you need during significant life moments and personal challenges.

• Holidays: Our company provides nine paid holidays each year, offering you ample time to observe important occasions and enjoy personal time.

• Growth: We want everyone to grow and learn within their roles. We offer professional development opportunities and education assistance.

• Championing DEI: Our committed DEI Committee promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment by establishing clear goals and assessing progress throughout the organization.
  

What You'll Do

Data Entry

• Interpret and accurately enter proposals from auditors/vendors

• Process change orders

• Generate reports for auditor review

• Send out reports and program correspondence

• Review work and request changes from contractors and other partners.

Program Support

• Build constructive and effective relationships with program staff, vendors, and participants using diplomacy and tact

• Respond to auditor/vendor requests for emails, faxes, and follow-up calls in a timely manner

• Gain a complete understanding of program processes and policies to answer questions and serve as back-up during vacations and busy periods

• Complete administrative tasks as needed

Job Tracking & Updating

• Utilize Salesforce to update work stages and lifecycles

• Interpret reports and data to ensure accuracy and that all jobs are accounted for

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all assigned work and its place in the job life cycle

Other Duties

• Other duties as assigned or apparent

Skills & Knowledge We're Looking For

• Relevant bachelor's degree or 2 years of commercial lighting experience
• Commercial lighting experience or the ability to quickly learn and apply technical information

• Ability to operate standard office equipment

• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to customized software programs and solutions

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

• Ability to follow direction, take initiative, and work independently

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to produce accurate, high-quality work while balancing urgent timelines

• Values and demonstrates integrity, teamwork, capacity for learning, and results-orientation

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a sales support role

Compensation

Dependent on qualifications and experience, we expect the pay range upon hire for this position will be $26-$26.5/hr.