About Recycletek:

Recycletek is reimagining recycling through AI-powered technology designed to modernize and streamline beverage container redemption across the USA, specifically focusing on California. As leaders in sustainable innovation, we partner with redemption centers - small, community-based recycling businesses that buy back California Redemption Value (CRV) bottles and cans (5¢ and 10¢) from the public. With millions in active state grant funding and cutting-edge hardware/software solutions, we are growing fast and looking for high-energy talent to join our mission.

Role Overview:

We are hiring a bilingual (English/Spanish) Sales & Account Manager to lead our grant-backed sales efforts across California. This dynamic role blends inside sales, outside sales, and account management - guiding recycling center operators through every step of adopting our tech and applying for state grants.

We are especially interested in candidates based in Los Angeles or within commuting distance to our Sunnyvale office, as these areas are central to our customer network and team operations.

What You’ll Do:

Lead Prospecting & Qualification:

• Build and maintain a comprehensive list of CRV redemption centers across California.
• Research and vet each center for eligibility under California grant criteria.
• Prioritize leads based on size, location, and potential impact.
  
  

Sales & Outreach:

• Contact and pitch recycling center owners on our grant-backed technology offering.
• Deliver product presentations and live demos - virtually or through on-site road tours.
• Serve as a trusted advisor, helping customers understand both the tech and the funding opportunity.
  
  

Grant Support & Account Management:

• Act as the primary liaison for interested redemption centers.
• Guide customers through the documentation process for state grant submissions.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth installs, onboarding, and customer training.
  
  

Customer Success:

• Maintain strong relationships and ensure successful adoption of our technology.
• Provide ongoing training and support to the customer’s team.
• Identify opportunities for upsells and expansion of services.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Fluent in English and Spanish (preferred).
• 2–5 years of experience in sales, account management, or business development.
• Experience working with small business owners, especially in recycling, hardware/software sales, or grant-funded programs (preferred).
• Strong communication, follow-up, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel across California for meetings and demos.
• Based in Los Angeles or Sunnyvale/South Bay Area (preferred).
  
  

Compensation & Perks:

Base Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 DOE.

• Commission & Bonus: Uncapped, with potential to earn $150K+ total compensation.
• Travel reimbursement.
• Work with a mission-driven team transforming recycling in California.
• Ongoing career growth opportunities in an expanding organization.
  
  

How To Apply:

If you're ready to join a fast-growing company making a real environmental impact - and want to earn while doing it - we’d love to hear from you. Submit your resume and a brief message about why this opportunity excites you.

About Recycletek:

We believe it is our responsibility to build a sustainable world. It is possible to naturally shift human behavior so that together we save and maintain the world's beauty, instead of destroying it. When our customers recycle with us, we go to extraordinary lengths to ensure them that they aren't just recycling, they are truly contributing to closing the loop. Our incentive based programs coupled with advanced metrics allow individuals and corporations to easily adopt a sustainable lifestyle. When you recycle with us it is just the beginning, through our educational programs and eco-friendly product line, we help guide people to make sustainable choices, creating a first of its kind positive feedback loop.