Corporate Planning Specialist – (Korean Bilingual)

Qcells North America; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. is seeking a Corporate Planning Specialist to shape and execute strategic initiatives driving growth in PV modules and systems.

The role reports to senior management and is on-site in San Francisco, CA, with responsibilities spanning market research, financial modeling, and cross-functional collaboration. Responsibilities include developing short- and long-term plans, presenting recommendations to executives, and supporting M&A activities while aligning with budgets

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• Korean bilingual - required.
• Minimum 2 years in corporate planning, strategic analysis, or related roles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Proficient in financial modeling and data analysis tools.
• Team-oriented with ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and contribution to organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, implement, and monitor strategic initiatives and corporate goals.
• Conduct research on market trends, industry best practices, and competitor activities.
• Prepare and present detailed reports to senior management with strategic recommendations.
• Assist in development/refinement of short-term and long-term strategic plans.
• Work with finance to analyze budgetary requirements and ensure alignment with objectives.
• Evaluate and improve processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Support mergers and acquisitions with due diligence, financial modeling, and risk analysis.
• Stay abreast of economic, regulatory, and industry changes to identify potential impacts.

Skills

Korean bilingual

Analytical thinking

Communication & presentation

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Financial modeling tools

Data visualization tools

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Corporate Planning Specialist will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing strategic initiatives to drive the organization's growth in PV modules and systems. This position reports to the Director of ES Planning or another member of senior management that the President of the Company may designate. This position will be on-site in San Francisco, CA.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, implement, and monitor strategic initiatives and corporate goals.
• Conduct comprehensive research and analysis on market trends, industry best practices, and competitor activities to provide valuable insights for decision-making.
• Prepare and present detailed reports to senior management, outlining strategic recommendations and action plans.
• Assist in the development and refinement of the company's short-term and long-term strategic plans.
• Work closely with finance teams to analyze budgetary requirements and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Evaluate and improve existing processes to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Support mergers and acquisitions by conducting due diligence, financial modeling, and risk analysis.
• Stay abreast of economic, regulatory, and industry changes to identify potential impacts on the business.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Korean Bilingual - required
• Minimum 2 years of experience in corporate planning, strategic analysis, or related roles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities, with the capability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Proficient in financial modeling and data analysis tools.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team and work independently when necessary.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and the ability to contribute to the development of organizational goals.

Preferred qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Relevant certification (e.g., CFA).
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence, financial modeling, and risk analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in data visualization tools.
• Demonstrated success in contributing to the development of organizational goals.

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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