General Manager
Company: Canadian Solar
Location: Walnut Creek
Posted on: January 23, 2023
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Job Description:
JOB DESCRIPTIONCompany Summary:Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ:
CSIQ) is a vertically-integrated manufacturer of solar cells,
modules and custom-designed solar power applications. Canadian
Solars world-class team of professionals works closely with our
customers to provide them with solutions for all of their solar
needs. Founded in 2001, Canadian Solar is one of the worlds
fastest-growing companies in the solar industry and has been listed
on the NASDAQ since November 2006. Canadian Solar is an equal
opportunity employer.Job Title: General Manager, MSS Business Unit,
North AmericaDepartment: SalesLocation: Walnut Creek, CAReports
to:Corporate Vice President, Global Sales, Module & Systems
SolutionsPosition Summary:The General Manager is responsible for
overseeing/directing the business development and sales activities
of all of the organization's products and services in North America
in a cost effective and profitable manner. This individual will
develop sales strategies based on sales volumes for all sales
channels based on the countrys market share and market
circumstances. The ideal candidate will manage all activities and
personnel and will provide direction and clear communication on how
to achieve the companys defined and agreed targets.The candidate
shall have the knowledge on how to effectively prepare budget plans
as well as sales plans to achieve the companys overall goal.
Responsibilities:Develop and implement and monitor short term and
long-term business strategies and initiatives for solar components
and services.Responsible for the management and execution of
assigned projects, including interfacing with other company
divisions or functional groups to ensure projects meet revenue,
market share, margin and performance goals.Lead and develop staff
members to meet organizational goals and objectives.Oversee all
sales account activities and team activities within the designated
region including direct and proactive selling activities.Be the
main guide for the division to help on strategy and coaching of
team leaders to effectively use time and effort.Develop sales
budgets, marketing strategies and forecasts for assigned products
or product line/region.Analyze and collect market and customer
requirements for existing and future products.Maintain up-to-date
knowledge of the industry, as well as competitive posture of the
company.Responsible of maintaining a stable and effective profit
margin for the business unit.Other job related duties as assigned
by Corporate VP, Global Sales or by the CEO and President of
Canadian Solar.Key Competencies/Education/ExperienceSkills Required
(Cognitive, Communication, Leadership, Interpersonal):BS degree or
equivalent; MBA preferred.Minimum 8 years of progressive experience
in sales, preferably in a multi-disciplinary technical environment
or in renewable energy field.Demonstrated ability and experience to
work in an international business environment.Excellent oral and
written communication.Ability to work well under pressure and meet
strict deadlines.Excellent presentation skills.Team player and
strong self-management / entrepreneurial skills.Compensation and
Benefits: Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary.Canadian Solar
Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants
are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or
veteran status.
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