Marketing & PR Director / Sr. Manager

Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking an experienced and resourceful marketing leader to build and lead the marketing function for Qcells’ Grid & Energy Services (G&ES) business. This role will be responsible for executing go-to-market initiatives that drive engagement with utilities and enterprise customers—including data centers, commercial real estate, utilities and industrial energy users. The ideal candidate will bring a strong balance of strategic thinking and executional agility, with the ability to operate a lean marketing structure while delivering high-impact results through agency and partner coordination.

This position will be based out of Irvine, San Francisco or Santa Clara, CA

Responsibilities

• Lead all marketing activities for the Grid & Energy Services division, including strategic planning, campaign execution, budget management, and brand positioning
• Plan and manage Qcells’ presence at key industry conferences, exhibitions, and events relevant to utilities and large-scale energy customers
• Develop and host exclusive, executive-level gatherings such as CEO Roundtables and curated leadership events to engage target stakeholders and identify new business opportunities
• Design and operate a G&ES Advisory Board to capture market feedback and guide early-stage program development and solution refinement
• Create integrated lead generation strategies that support the expansion of Qcells' utility Off-taker model and commercial pipeline
• Serve as the primary liaison to marketing and creative agencies, overseeing project management, quality control, and performance metrics
• Manage external communications and public relations related to G&ES, including earned media, thought leadership, and content syndication
• Oversee digital and social media strategy for the business unit, ensuring consistent messaging and effective audience targeting
• Partner with business development, strategy, and executive teams to align marketing execution with key initiatives and strategic goals
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in B2B marketing, with at least 5 years in clean energy, utilities, infrastructure, or enterprise technology sectors
• Demonstrated success running high-level executive events and industry-facing campaigns with measurable commercial outcomes
• Experience engaging C-suite audiences and facilitating industry relationships to generate qualified business leads
• Proven ability to manage external agencies and deliver impactful work with lean internal resources
• Strong communication skills, including written content creation, executive messaging, and brand storytelling
• Familiarity with grid services, VPPs, DERs, and utility engagement models preferred
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong visualization and presentation skills
• Strong written communication skills especially for PR activities
• Strong industry background which enables effective marketing plan & activities
• Background in management consulting or strategic investment roles highly valued
  
  

Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is a Qcells company, one of the world’s largest manufacturers and providers of solar photovoltaic (PV) products and solutions. Headquartered in Irvine, California, HQCA has been rapidly expanding its business in North America through the expansion of products and solutions, including distributed energy solutions, direct-to-homeowner solar sales and financing, and EPC services. We provide an opportunity to be part of an exciting and growing world-class global business in an interesting and expanding industry of the future.

Physical, Mental & Environmental Demands

To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Mobility

Standing

20% of time

Sitting

70% of time

Walking

10% of time

Strength

Pulling

up to 10 Pounds

Pushing

up to 10 Pounds

Carrying

up to 10 Pounds

Lifting

up to 10 Pounds

Dexterity(F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)

Typing

F

Handling

F

Reaching

F

Agility(F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)

Turning

F

Twisting

F

Bending

O

Crouching

O

Balancing

N

Climbing

N

Crawling

N

Kneeling

N

The salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications.

• This target salary range is for CA positions only and should not be interpreted as an offer of compensation.
  
  

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