Manager of Business Planning

Title: Manager of Business Planning
Department: EPC Business Planning & Control
Location: Houston, TX
Supervisor: Sr. Director of Business Planning
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Status:Permanent, Full-time

Work Status: Hybrid

MANAGER OF BUSINESS PLANNING

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Houston, TX, specializes in providing utility-scale modules, solar photovoltaic (PV), and battery energy storage systems (BESS) project Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services nationwide. Qcells USA delivers comprehensive turnkey solutions encompassing the entire utility-scale project lifecycle. By choosing Qcells USA for turnkey solutions, customers can reduce uncertainty and risk, leading to enhanced investment returns and contributing to a more sustainable future.

Qcells USA’s complete turnkey solutions seamlessly integrate the expertise of our Module and EPC teams, while ensuring close coordination with other vital internal supporting groups. This collaborative approach ensures that Qcells USA projects deliver exceptional value and performance. With several multi-billion-dollar investments, Qcells is pioneering the establishment of the only complete module supply chain in the U.S., including the expansion of our Georgia module manufacturing facility, which stands as the largest in the Western Hemisphere.

As an integral part of the global Qcells brand, Qcells USA benefits from a legacy of excellence in photovoltaic manufacturing. Qcells is renowned worldwide for its high-performance, superior-quality solar cells and modules. With dual headquarters in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ), Qcells operates under the umbrella of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 company and one of the top 8 business conglomerates in South Korea.

SUMMARY

The Manager of Business Planning will be a member of the EPC Corporate Planning team, supporting the business unit's strategic planning, headquarters reporting, and corporate governance functions. Working under the direction of the Senior Managers of Business Planning, this role provides analytical support, consolidates business unit reporting for headquarters submission, and administers the internal approval process.

This position reports to the Sr. Director of Business Planning, or another management personnel that the CEO of the Company may designate. This position is hybrid and working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm or 9:00am to 6:00pm local time. This position is expected to travel up to 20%.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES

30% - HQ Reporting Consolidation & Submission

• Collect, consolidate, and quality-check report drafts and data inputs from contributing departments for weekly, monthly, and semi-annual headquarters submissions
• Maintain the recurring reporting calendar and secure inputs from owners ahead of submission deadlines
• Track headquarters inquiries through to closure, escalating unresolved items to the Senior Managers of Business Planning

30% - Governance & Approval Process Administration

• Administer internal approval requests and routing, verifying package completeness before submission
• Maintain Delegation of Authority (DOA) reference materials, case precedents, and templates for requesting departments
• Respond to routine procedural inquiries, referring interpretive questions to the Senior Managers of Business Planning

30% - Strategic Planning & Analytical Support

• Conduct market, competitor, and benchmarking research to support the business unit's strategic direction and semi-annual strategy sessions
• Compile and maintain KPI tracking data, flagging variances to the responsible owners
• Prepare analysis and supporting materials for strategy sessions, leadership workshops, and internal pre-session reviews

10% - Other Duties

• Assist with ad-hoc analysis and information requests from business unit leadership
• Regular attendance, in accordance with company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by Management

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience

•          Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, or a related quantitative field

•          Minimum 3 years of professional experience in planning, analysis, consulting, or research-based roles; an advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in a quantitative or technical field may substitute for up to 2 years of experience

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

•          Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills, with the ability to structure research and present findings clearly

•          Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple recurring deadlines and coordinate inputs from several contributors

•          Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams at multiple levels of the organization

•          Advanced computer skills including MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

•          Experience in energy, construction, or infrastructure industries; familiarity with renewable energy

•          Prior experience in corporate planning, management consulting, or a strategy function

•          Familiarity with data management or visualization tools

EXAMPLES OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours in a day
• Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk
• Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds
• Hearing and Speech: frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular basis with employees, coworkers, and all personnel matters; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far
• Climb: occasionally ascends/descends on stairway to get to office upper and lower floors
• Travel: up to 20% as needed

EXAMPLES OF WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regular professional, office business setting
• Noise level ranges from low to moderate (if in office setting)
• Noise level ranges from moderate to high (if on construction worksite)
• Under the Office Mobilization Plan (OMP) policy, the onsite or hybrid arrangement may be adjusted, as determined by business needs and the Head of Department

Hanwha Qcells is proud to be an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status and any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

It is important to note that the job descriptions provided by Qcells USA Corp are not intended to be comprehensive lists of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the positions. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice, reflecting our dynamic and evolving work environment.

We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.  As part of this commitment, Hanwha Qcells will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.  Please contact us to request accommodations at

hr-usa@qcells.com