Business Development Associate

COMPANY INTRODUCTION
3Degrees is a national leader in the markets for renewable energy certificate (“REC”) and Verified Emissions Reduction (“VER”). 3Degrees recently was recognized by the EPA as the the 2009 Renewable Energy Supplier of the Year. 3Degrees provides renewable energy and carbon reduction solutions for businesses, utilities, and institutions nationwide in support of their efforts to become more sustainable. We are a company of provocative, business-minded, and environmentally committed individuals. 3Degrees’ vision is to build global markets that foster more sustainable businesses and communities. The company and its employees are committed to delivering market expertise and the highest quality and integrity products and services.

POSITION SUMMARY
The 3Degrees’ headquarters office in San Francisco's Presidio is in need of a motivated, confident, and highly organized individual to support 3Degrees in the areas of Business Development and Sales Support. The position, Business Development Associate, will report to the EVP Marketing and Business Development.

This position will work primarily with the Business Development team and secondarily, with the Origination and Trading team. The successful applicant will become the primary person responsible for responding to all in-bound prospective customer inquiries. Additionally, the applicant will continually support the development of proposals for other business development team members, and conduct direct phone outreach to prospective customers. This position will be a good fit for anyone interested in utilizing their skills and interest in sales to become involved in the renewable energy and carbon offset markets within a growing, progressive company.

The ideal candidate is a good communicator with customers, prospects and fellow employees. He/she works well under pressure while being patient and responsive to prospective customer requests. This person should be organized with a strong attention to detail, possess good computer skills and manage their various responsibilities efficiently.

CORE DUTIES:
• Respond to in-bound sales inquiries and manage their individual sales process, including conducting all timely follow-up to prospective customers.
• Assist the Business Development teams by developing proposals and other materials that help lead increased business.
• Conduct outbound sales (cold calling) to several industry verticals or geographic territories, as requested by the Business Development team.
• Manage a personal pipeline of sales activities and prospective customers in the company’s proprietary database.

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS
• Attention to detail and quality of deliverables
• Strong sense of teamwork
• Sense of humor and ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Enthusiasm for renewable energy and other climate change solutions
• Good organizational and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to prospect (e.g. cold call) and pursue business aggressively and respectfully
• Self starter with ability to follow sales cycles from first contact to contract signature.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s Degree (Major in Environmental Studies/Policy/Management a plus, but not required.)
• 1-2 years business experience
• 1-2 years of sales experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, & Outlook
• LEED certification preferred


COMPENSATION
Compensation will include base salary, commission, and equity. Also includes group medical, dental, and 401-k.

INTERESTED CANDIDATES
If you are interested in this position, please review the 3Degrees website for additional information about the organization at www.3degreesinc.com.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to “Business Development Associate Hiring Manager." The position shall remain open until filled. Out of respect for the amount of applicants this position may create, please do not call the office directly to discuss this open position.

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.
3Degrees is an equal opportunity employer.