Sales Support Manager- Chicago (m/f/d)

Location: Chicago, IL 60606; West Branch, IA 52358 Position Summary The role of Sales Support Manager directly supports the company’s mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality for the world. The Sales Support Manager is responsible for ensuring the sales team operates efficiently and effectively. This role involves overseeing sales support functions, coordinating sales-related activities, and streamlining processes to enable the sales team to focus on their primary tasks. It includes managing customer inquiries, providing the sales team with necessary tools and information, and contributing to the achievement of sales targets, thereby facilitating smoother operations within sales departments, improving communication, and enhancing customer service. Experience within the renewable energy sector—particularly wind, solar, or hybrid energy solutions—is strongly preferred, as the role supports projects and proposals specific to renewable wind energy markets and technologies. What You’ll Do Manage daily operations of sales support functions, including RFP response, data collection and analysis, and report preparation. Support all steps of the production of sales proposals, RFPs, presentations, client presentations, and other internal and external support materials. Manage and optimize the use of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems to ensure sales teams have access to all project and customer data. Maintain a library of relevant commercial documents like proposals, cost reports, etc., and manage all non-disclosure agreements (NDA) between customers and Legal. Review customer RFPs and determine necessary requirements for proposal content and adjust accordingly. Initiate all cost requisitions, ensure they align with customer requirements and requested schedules, and prepare customer quotations for the Sales Team. Complete all wind and site (W&S) requests, including any follow-up data needed from the customer, and organize all reports. Populate economic models for relevant projects and present to the Sales Manager for review. Support Gate 2 and 3 doc preparation, customer presentation preparation, quarterly sales deep dives, and any other support required. Ensure relevant document templates are up-to-date to support the proposal process. Engage in strong cross‑functional collaboration with Engineering, Product Management, Legal, Finance, and Global sales etc. to ensure alignment across complete sales processes. Perform other duties as assigned. What You Have Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related discipline. Degree or coursework in renewable energy, environmental science, or sustainable technologies is a plus. 2-3 years of relevant sales experience. Prior experience supporting sales, commercial operations, or proposal development in the renewable energy sector is strongly preferred. Knowledge of energy production/distribution and alternative energy solutions and regulatory framework. Strong understanding of renewable energy technologies, project lifecycles, and commercial drivers in the clean energy industry. Competence in MS Office applications. Strong communication and negotiation skills. High integrity and motivation. Understanding of intercultural issues in communication. Proactive and result-oriented approach with strategic and analytical skills. Willingness and ability to learn, self-manage, and keep abreast of changing technical and regulatory issues independently. Ability to travel domestically and internationally to project sites and on business as required with the ability to obtain a passport. Driving is an essential function of the job. Must possess a full valid driver’s license and be insurable under the company’s auto insurance policy. This position will be subject to periodic driver’s abstract checks to confirm continued insurability. Safety Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures. Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies. Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards. Properly use applicable safety equipment, including eye protection, hearing protectors, steel‑toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted. Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure a safe working environment. Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members. Compensation The pay for this role is exempt at 80 k – 90 k with up to a 15% bonus. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. Benefits We believe our employees are our greatest assets at Nordex. In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable we offer a total rewards program designed to recognize and reward the dedication, hard work, and commitment of our team members. We are proud to offer a comprehensive package that aligns with our core values of Respect, Integrity, Colleagueship, and Ownership. Paid Time Off – Three (3) weeks accrued (120 hours) Medical & Pharmacy Insurance with multiple options to best meet your needs Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution Flex Spending Account (FSA) Vision Insurance Short‑Term / Long‑Term Disability Insurance Life and AD&D Insurance 401(k) with Employer Match Student Debt Repayment Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Calm Subscription Legal Plans Spot Pet Insurance Auto and Home Insurance And much more… Equal Opportunity Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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 characteristic protected by law. DEI We are committed to creating an environment and culture in which Diversity and Inclusion is recognized as a true opportunity and value for the organization. We welcome you to learn more by visiting Diversity & Inclusion - Nordex SE . Apply We look forward to receiving your application! To make it more convenient, we are happy to receive your application without a cover letter. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nordex SE