Position: Strategic Procurement & Logistics Lead (Solar) A major construction and renewable energy company is seeking a Procurement and Logistics Manager in St. Joseph, MO. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships, oversee inventory, and ensure timely delivery of materials. Candidates must have 5+ years of relevant experience, strong negotiation skills, and familiarity with the renewable energy sector. This role promises a dynamic work environment with robust benefits and the potential for growth within the company. #J-18808-Ljbffr
See More Details >>Be part of a growing, successful company in an exciting and challenging field. Border States is 100% employee-owned, which means you're empowered to make decisions, find solutions and receive rewards for your hard work. This position will be located in: Maple Grove, MN This position is 100% remote and any major city or Hub can be a potential home base, some preference to Minneapolis due to proximity to customers. Application Deadline: December 3, 2025 or Posted Until Filled Please note that the position may be filled before or after the listed application deadline. Applications will only be accepted while the posting remains active. Job Summary The Director of Renewables & Infrastructure Strategic Accounts leads the development and execution of sales strategies that drive revenue growth and strengthen market presence in utility-scale renewable energy and infrastructure sectors. This role oversees a high-performing sales team, manages EPC contractor relationships, and drives the full sales cycle for solar, battery storage, and other clean energy solutions. The Director also defines and executes the EPC strategy for key utility alliance partners in partnership with the alliance team, delivering customized, large-scale transmission, substation, and distribution solutions in collaboration with internal teams and stakeholders. Responsibilities Essential Functions • Develops and leads the national EPC strategy for utility-scale renewable energy and major transmission/substation projects. • Evaluates and optimizes EPC partner relationships, material and services structures, and pricing models to support competitive sales offerings. • Ensures EPC solutions are scalable, cost-effective, and aligned with company technical standards and customer expectations. • Partners with internal company teams to ensure cross-functional alignment on deliverables and risk mitigation. • Works closely with strategic manufacturing partners to facilitate close working relationships with regional and local sales and operations teams. • Cultivates and maintains strong, long-term relationships with key decision-makers at EPC contractor companies, utility contractors, utility alliance teams, and other pertinent sector clients. • Builds, leads, coaches, and motivates a high-performing sales team, setting targets, providing training, and implementing performance metrics to ensure goal achievement. • Monitors utility and EPC market trends, regulatory developments, and competitor strategies to inform internal planning. • Approves incentive compensation, base pay and quota levels to ensure total compensation is in line with forecast results. • Encourages, supports and ensures Account Manager skill development by leveraging training elements found in the Account Manager Journey Map. • Fosters the use of TCCM documentation and the use of formal Customer Business Reviews so these tools become prevalent. • Supports the training and tools found in Integrity Coaching and Selling and collaborates with peers and sales leadership to bring new tools online. • Identifies, documents and broadly communicates best practices across the company. Non-essential Functions • Represents the company at industry events, conferences, and customer engagements as a thought leader in utility-scale renewables and EPC strategy. • Defines and supports sales training programs allowing staff to achieve their full potential and support company objectives. • Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or designate. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in engineering, management, technical or business degree or equivalent in work experience required. • 5+ years of prior management experience required. • 10+ years of prior customer service, quotation, or sales experience with strong knowledge of electrical products and utility systems required. • Proven experience leading and communicating vision to virtual teams in a collaborative environment. • Technical ability to understand electrical systems and product applications with prior electrical distribution experience. • Technical ability to read specifications and drawings. • Comprehensive knowledge of product lines and applications, alternate product substitutes, and supplier pricing policies preferred. • Strong working knowledge of PC Windows and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Power Point) internet, email, and SAP software. Skills and Abilities • Strong communication skills, including advanced interpersonal, written, verbal, and reading comprehension abilities. • Effective planning and organizational skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in team environments. • Commitment to exceptional customer service, demonstrated through accuracy, responsiveness, professionalism, and engagement. • Proven leadership and time management capabilities, with a track record of guiding teams and managing priorities effectively. • Strategic thinking and long-term planning, with the ability to align actions with broader business objectives. Physical Requirements Frequency at which you would carry/lift in a typical day: Occasionally 0 - 33% Frequently 34 - 66% Continuously: 67 - 100% • Lift from Waist: • < than 10 lbs. - Not at all • 10 to 25 lbs. - Not at all • 26 to 50 lbs. - Not at all • 51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all • 75 to 100 lbs. - Not at all • 100+ lbs. - Not at all • Lift from Floor: • < than 10 lbs. - Occasionally • 10 to 25 lbs. - Not at all • 26 to 50 lbs. - Not at all • 51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all • 75 to 100 lbs. - Not at all • 100+ lbs. - Not at all • Carried for Distance: • < than 10 lbs. - Not at all • 10 to 25 lbs. - Not at all • 26 to 50 lbs. - Not at all • 51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all • 75 to 100 lbs. - Not at all • 100+ lbs. - Not at all Physical Activity Frequency at which you would do the following in a typical day: • Sitting (a continuous period of being seated) - Frequently • Standing (for sustained periods of time) - Occasionally • Walking (moving about on foot to accomplish tasks) - Occasionally • Bending/stooping (downward and forward) - Occasionally • Crawling (moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet) - Not at all • Climbing/Walking Stairs (ascending or descending) - Occasionally • Reaching (extending arms in any direction) - Frequently • Crouching/squatting (bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine) - Not at all • Kneeling (bending legs at knee to come to rest on knee(s)) - Occasionally • Balancing (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling) - Occasionally • Repetitive motion (substantial movement (motions) or the wrists, hands, and/or fingers) - Frequently • Pivoting (movement in any direction with one foot, keeping the other in contact with the floor) - Occasionally • Pushing/Pulling (using upper extremities to press against or draw or tug) - Occasionally • Grasping (Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm) - Continuously • Fingering (picking, pinching, typing; working with primarily fingers and not whole hand) - Frequently • Talking (expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word) - Frequently • Driving (the control and operation of a motor vehicle) - Occasionally • Desk work (work usually performed at a desk) - Frequently • Use of a computer - Continuously • Use of a telephone - Frequently • Hearing (Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels) - Continuously • Exposure (to adverse weather & temperature conditions) - Occasionally • Travel (travel needed to perform job duties) - Frequently Additional Information This job description is a summary of the job duties and responsibilities and is not intended to cover all possible job duties and is subject to change at the employer's discretion. Employees must be able to perform the essential job duties and satisfy job requirements either with or without a reasonable accommodation. Our History Border States is a leader in the electrical supply distribution industry with approximately 130 locations in 31 states. Our employee-owners are second to none in delivering top-notch customer service and in demonstrating extra-ordinary people skills. We are one of the largest independent electrical distributors in the United States providing products and services to the construction, industrial and utility industries. Border States has a competitive benefit package and is a 100 percent employee-owned company. Employee-ownership is a significant part of our culture and our success stems from the dedication of our employee-owners. We practice open-book management and our employee-owners are empowered with clearly defined levels of authority to be innovative and decisive, allowing us to respond quickly to the needs of customers. Employee-owners understand their roles in the success of the company and care about customers' needs, which drives our focus on adding value to everything we do. We recognize that not all customers are the same and each has specific requirements. Our employee-owners understand these diverse needs and have the commitment, resourcefulness and flexibility to outperform all others. Values As a Border States employee-owner, you're responsible for living our mission, service philosophy and service standards. Our Purpose We believe unstoppable businesses shouldn't go it alone. We are owners - of relationships, of outcomes, of every moment these unstoppable businesses need to deliver. Service Philosophy We earn customer loyalty and confidence by caring about their needs and adding value to everything we do. Service Standards Border States employee-owners are competent, accurate, responsive, and engaged . Your career Join an experienced team at one of the largest electrical distributors in the United States. What are you waiting for? Border States has a competitive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Health, Dental and Vision Benefits Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity FSA & HSA Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Disability Benefits 401(k) Retirement Plan Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Paid Holidays Paid Volunteer Time Personal Leave time and more! Border States provides bonuses to their employee-owners upon the achievement of branch and company goals. Equal Opportunity For All It's not just the law. It's something we've believed in since our founding. We value the diversity of all of our employee-owners and will always be an equal opportunity employer. Drug Free/Smoke Free workplace Employment may be contingent on the offered candidate successfully passing one or more of the following pre-employment screenings: • Criminal background check (required for all positions) • Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check (required for positions involving driving) • Drug testing The MVR check and drug testing vary by role and will be communicated to the offered candidate during the onboarding process and as applicable.
See More Details >>A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SALES REPRESENTATIVE: As a Technology Sales Intern based near St. Joseph, MO, you are the primary contact for our clients both in your region and around the country. Each day, you will build and establish new relationships while enhancing and building upon existing ones. Excellent communication skills are an essential part of your success, as you complete product presentations and give price quotes. We focus on a national level to expand clients into new markets to create new revenue streams for years and decades to come. On average, Technology Sales Interns earn $23,000 each summer. However, many interns earn significantly more than this based on their performance. The St. Joseph metro area encompasses more than 80,099 and Vivint’s smart home and solar solutions can serve growing demand in this market. Responsibilities and Duties of a Technology Sales Intern in St. Joseph, MO: • One-on-one sales with customers in an outside sales environment located in the St. Joseph area. • Greet customers in a courteous, friendly, and professional manner using company procedures. • Give technology and product presentations to complete sales orders with customers. • Listen attentively to customer needs and concerns; demonstrate empathy. • Clarify customer requirements; probe for and confirm understanding of needs. • Meet customer requirements by providing personalized solutions. • Confirm customer understanding of the solution and provide additional customer education as needed. • Frequent travel throughout the year and 1-4 months relocation during the summer. Who thrives in a Technology Sales Internship? Residents, and specifically college students, of St. Joseph are well-equipped to thrive in our Technology Sales Internship program. Ideally, you are organized and manage your time effectively in order to regularly achieve individual and team goals. You have a passion for technology and sales. You feel good about playing an important role in the success of a growing company with a solid reputation. • Knowledge of basic computer operations • Courteous with strong customer service orientation • Dependable with proficient attention to detail • Good listening and responding skills • Must be flexible with the ability to adapt to changes quickly and think conceptually • Solid problem-solving skills • Must be willing to take the initiative All St. Joseph students and residentsare invited to apply for this amazing sales internship opportunity! Read more about St. Joseph... Are you a tech-savvy resident of St. Joseph, Missouri, looking to make a splash in the technology sales industry? Look no further! Vivint Smart Home and Solar is thrilled to offer an incredible opportunity for St. Joseph residents to join our team as a technology sales intern. With the potential to earn up to $23,000 in just one summer, this internship is not to be missed. St. Joseph, Missouri, known for its rich history and charming landmarks, provides the perfect backdrop for this exciting opportunity. Imagine working in a city where the past meets the future, where you can admire the stunning architecture while making sales that shape the future of technology. As a technology sales intern with Vivint Smart Home and Solar, you'll have the chance to explore the beauty of St. Joseph while honing your sales skills. Picture yourself strolling along the picturesque Missouri River, closing deals and discussing cutting-edge smart home and solar solutions with potential customers. The riverfront, with its scenic beauty and recreational activities, will serve as a constant reminder of the potential for growth and success within this internship. Further enhancing the appeal of this opportunity is St. Joseph's vibrant downtown area. With its quaint shops, local eateries, and lively atmosphere, downtown St. Joseph provides the perfect setting for networking and building relationships with potential clients. You'll have the chance to showcase your sales abilities while enjoying the unique charm and warmth of this historic district. Additionally, St. Joseph is home to numerous educational institutions, such as Missouri Western State University and Hillyard Technical Center. These institutions not only contribute to the city's vibrant academic landscape but also serve as a talent pool for potential customers. As a technology sales intern, you'll have the chance to interact with students, faculty, and staff, showcasing the benefits of Vivint's smart home and solar solutions. St. Joseph's close proximity to major cities like Kansas City and Omaha further adds to the appeal of this internship. With just a short drive, you can explore the bustling streets of Kansas City, enjoying its renowned barbecue and lively entertainment scene. Likewise, Omaha offers its own unique blend of cultural attractions and technological advancements, providing opportunities for networking and expanding your sales horizons. In conclusion, St. Joseph, Missouri, residents should consider this technology sales internship with Vivint Smart Home and Solar for its unique blend of historical charm, scenic beauty, and abundant networking opportunities. With the potential to earn up to $23,000 in just one summer, this internship offers an incredible chance to make a lasting impact in the technology sales industry while immersing yourself in the rich tapestry of St. Joseph. Don't miss out on this opportunity to shape your future and the future of technology sales in St. Joseph, Missouri.
See More Details >>Entering the solar trade in St. Joseph, MO typically begins with a structured apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships generally last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 279,447 solar workers nationwide, with a significant presence in various states, including Missouri, and projects a robust job growth of 104% by 2032. Apprentices in St. Joseph earn an average of $538 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $108,000 annually. Vocational schools, industry associations, and platforms like NABCEP help aspiring solar professionals find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a promising career with strong earning potential.
