Energy Efficiency Lighting Trade Ally Account Manager

Job Description

Interested in joining a growing company where you will work with talented colleagues, enhance a supportive and energetic culture, and be part of the climate solution? At Energy Solutions, we focus on the big impacts. And we believe that market-based programs can be a powerful force to deliver large-scale energy, carbon, and water-use savings. Since 1995, we’ve harnessed that power to offer proven, performance-based solutions for our utility, government, and institutional customers.

Energy Solutions is looking for anEnergy Efficiency Lighting Trade Ally Manager IIto deliver energy efficiency program performance through targeted market engagement and outreach in Connecticut. This role coordinates with manufacturers, distributors, contractors, and internal teams to support participation in midstream lighting and market-facing programs.

The Energy Efficiency Lighting Trade Ally Manager IIevaluates market feedback and participation data to prioritize outreach, ensure consistent program execution, and address participation barriers. The role validates program requirements and clearly communicates policies and processes to support accurate, compliant, and impactful participation.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Delivers consistent outreach and account management activities to assigned trade allies, including manufacturers, distributors, contractors, and other market actors, to support program participation
• Communicates policies and practices related to program requirements, incentive structures, timelines, and submission processes using approved tools and channels (e.g., email, CRM, virtual meetings, and in-person engagements)
• Coordinates onboarding and ongoing engagement activities with trade allies, including training on incentive submission processes and portal usage
• Collaborates with internal program teams to align outreach activities with program goals, schedules, and performance targets
• Prioritizes outreach and engagement efforts based on program needs, participation trends, and account-level performance expectations
• Troubleshoots moderate problems related to incentive submissions, documentation gaps, program rule interpretation, or participation challenges, escalating complex or high-risk issues as appropriate
• Validates trade ally submissions, reported activity, and supporting documentation to ensure alignment with program requirements and quality standards
• Evaluates recurring issues or participation barriers and collaborates with program teams to recommend adjustments to outreach tactics or guidance materials
• Evaluates program participation data, dashboards, and CRM records to identify outreach gaps and support prioritization decisions
• Validates accuracy and completeness of trade ally interaction records maintained in CRM tools
• Communicates policies and practices updates internally and externally to ensure shared understanding of program changes and expectations

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or 4 years of equivalent experience
• 3 years of professional experience in energy efficiency programs, supply chain engagement, outreach, sales support, or market-facing roles
• Experience coordinating with external partners and internal program teams in a structured, process-driven environment
• Ability to evaluate program participation data and prioritize outreach activities accordingly
• Experience validating documentation and troubleshooting moderate participation or process issues
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including communicating program policies and practices clearly
• Proficiency with CRM systems and standard office productivity tools
• Regular local travel within Connecticut for outreach activities (1-2 days per week)

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

The salary range for this role is $75,000 to 92,000 with a target compensation of $79,000 - $87,400 based on experience and qualifications.

Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous retirement package. Energy Solutions provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, other pre-tax contribution plans and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

AI Use

At Energy Solutions we believe in the importance of authentic interactions and equitable opportunities. We base our candidate selection on one’s own skills, knowledge, and experience. To ensure the integrity and fairness of our interview process, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools (including Generative AI) or other means to generate or assist with responses during interviews is strictly prohibited. This practice supports our commitment to create a transparent and equitable space where skills, knowledge and experience can truly shine.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Energy Solutions is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Energy Solutions conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Office Locations and a Remote Workforce

Energy Solutions operates as a predominantly remote workforce with offices in  six different locations. Employees who reside within 40 miles of an office (except New York) will be assigned to that location, though in-office attendance requirements may vary by team. At this time, we are not accepting applications from candidates residing in the following states: Delaware, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, and North Dakota.

Background Check Information

Information will be requested to perform the compulsory background check. A drug screen and authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely are preconditions of employment. Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

Reasonable Accommodations

Energy Solutions is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations in completing this application, interviewing, and/or completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please email [email protected].

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