What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Marketing Manager - Residential position at Sol-Ark?
Location: Allen, TX preferred. Remote can be accommodated for the right candidate.
Work Eligibility
Key Responsibilities
We offer a competitive salary and performance-based bonus program, top-tier benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.
Work Eligibility
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer-sponsored visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- At this time, Sol-Ark is unable to consider candidates on OPT, H1B, CPT or any status that will require sponsorship now or in the future.
Key Responsibilities
- Product Positioning and UVP Development: Create and refine clear, compelling unique value propositions (UVPs) for Sol-Ark’s residential products, including hybrid inverters, energy storage systems, cloud monitoring software, SaaS offers, mobile apps, and balance of systems components (e.g., RSD, metering, OCP & switchgear).
- Competitive Comparisons and Positioning: Analyze competitor products and strategies to develop competitive comparisons, highlighting Sol-Ark’s advantages and differentiating features in the residential solar market to strengthen product positioning.
- Sales and Customer Presentations: Develop high-impact presentations for sales teams and customers, showcasing product benefits, technical advantages, competitive differentiators, and use cases tailored to residential audiences.
- Marketing Collateral Generation: Produce engaging marketing materials, including brochures, datasheets, whitepapers, case studies, and digital content, to support sales efforts and customer education.
- Marketing Campaigns: Plan, execute, and measure multi-channel marketing campaigns to drive awareness, demand, and adoption of Sol-Ark’s residential products, collaborating with internal teams and external partners.
- Market Research and Insights: Conduct competitive analysis, market research, and customer feedback studies to inform product positioning and identify opportunities for differentiation in the residential solar market.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with product management, engineering, sales, and customer success teams to align marketing strategies with product roadmaps and customer needs.
- Brand Advocacy: Act as a brand ambassador, ensuring consistent messaging and positioning across all marketing touchpoints, including websites, social media, trade shows, and industry events.
- Performance Tracking: Monitor and report on the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and collateral, using data-driven insights to optimize strategies and achieve KPIs.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field; MBA or technical background in renewable energy is a plus.
- 3 years of experience in product marketing, preferably in the renewable energy, power electronics, energy or technology sectors.
- Strong understanding of residential solar products, including hybrid inverters, energy storage, and software solutions (cloud monitoring, SaaS, mobile app deployment).
- Proven ability to develop UVPs, product positioning, competitive comparisons, and customer-facing marketing materials.
- Experience creating and executing successful marketing campaigns across digital and traditional channels.
- Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, customer-focused messaging.
- Proficiency in digital marketing tools (e.g., CRM, marketing automation, Google Analytics) and presentation software (e.g., PowerPoint, Canva).
- Analytical mindset with experience using data to drive marketing decisions and measure campaign performance.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Passion for renewable energy and a commitment to advancing sustainable solutions.
- Knowledge of electrical fundamentals and power electronics and their role in a comprehensive residential solar ecosystem.
- Experience explaining and promoting SaaS solutions, mobile apps, or cloud-based monitoring solutions.
- Familiarity with the residential solar market, including trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape.
We offer a competitive salary and performance-based bonus program, top-tier benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.