Procurement Manager, Offering Development

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Procurement Manager, Offering Development on the Offering Development Team will support the team in managing strategies and policies to maximize the product value of Qcells' HES (Home Energy Solutions) business in conjunction with hardware (HW) products while collaborating with each related department to increase the utilization rate of Qcells' products to increase the profitability and sustainability of the business. This position will coordinate with cross-functional teams to promote hardware product strategies, collect requirements from Qcells’ HES stakeholders, and ensure alignment between sales and development teams for optimized product development and release; conduct research, support the team for planning and launching offerings related to rooftop solar, inverters, batteries, and other home electrification solutions to support the HES business and meet homeowner needs; and partner with sales, engineering, and R&D teams in HQCA and Hanwha Solutions. The onsite position is based out of our San Francisco office.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes from RFQ to contract execution, ensuring timely delivery of materials critical to project milestones.
• Drive procurement strategy for solar components and services, focusing on cost optimization, supplier performance, and risk mitigation. 
• Develop and execute direct purchase strategies in coordination with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with project timelines, quality standards, and domestic content requirements. 
• Lead contract negotiations and draft Master Service Agreements (MSAs) to secure favorable terms and long-term vendor relationships. 
• Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize procurement and logistics strategies, driving efficiency, cost savings, and scalability by leveraging Qcells products and services. 
• Analyze market trends, pricing, and supplier capabilities to inform sourcing decisions and maintain a competitive supply base.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience in the renewable energy sector, particularly in residential energy solutions (e.g., PV, inverters, batteries, EV chargers, PV installation).
• Strong understanding of residential solar systems, including PV, inverters, batteries, and other energy solutions for homeowners.
• Experience with drafting MSA (Master Service Agreement) and direct negotiation with vendors. 
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying challenges and implementing effective solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work with multinational, cross-functional teams. 
• Ability to work effectively across multiple time zones and collaborate with global teams (e.g., U.S. East Coast, Korea, etc.).
• Self-starter with the ability to work well independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) 

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in residential inverters, batteries, racking, or energy solutions manufacturing or installation.
• Familiarity with residential grid services, subscription-based services, or third-party ownership models.
• Experience in Supply chain management, procurement, vendor management, or sales operations is a plus.

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.