Sales Support Manager (Chicago)

TL;DR

Sales Support Manager (Renewable Energy): Manage sales support operations including RFP responses, proposal production, CRM optimization, and cost quotations with an accent on renewable wind energy projects. Focus on cross-functional collaboration, economic modeling, and streamlining sales processes for efficient team performance.

Chicago, IL or West Branch, IA, US. Must possess valid driver’s license and be insurable; ability to travel domestically and internationally.

$80k - $90k + up to 15% bonus

Company

Global leader in renewable wind energy solutions, developing clean power plants.

What you will do

• Manage daily sales support operations: RFP responses, data analysis, report preparation.
• Support production of sales proposals, presentations, and client materials.
• Optimize CRM systems and maintain commercial document libraries, including NDAs.
• Review RFPs, initiate cost requisitions, prepare quotations, and handle wind & site requests.
• Populate economic models, prepare Gate 2/3 docs, and support sales deep dives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Product Management, Legal, Finance, and Global Sales.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related; renewable energy coursework a plus.
• 2-3 years relevant sales experience; renewable energy sector strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of renewable energy technologies, project lifecycles, and regulatory frameworks.
• Competence in MS Office; strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Fluent English; valid driver’s license; ability to travel and obtain passport.
• Commitment to safety protocols, compliance, and hazard mitigation.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive financial benefits: 3 weeks PTO, medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA/FSA with contributions, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, student debt repayment.
• Wellbeing perks: EAP, parental leave, Calm subscription, gym reimbursement, accident/legal/pet/auto/home insurance.
• Emphasis on integrity, respect, colleagueship, ownership, diversity, inclusion, and safety.