Group Underwriting Manager jobs in Santa Maria, CA

REC Group is an international pioneering solar energy company dedicated to empowering consumers with clean, affordable solar power through high-quality solar panels with a leading power density. As Solar's Most Trusted, REC is known for its patented innovations and multiple award-winning products with reliable long-term performance. The cornerstone for REC's strong reliability is advanced and highly efficient manufacturing using Industry 4.0 practices. Founded in 1996 in Norway, REC has always been committed to a low carbon footprint in its solar materials and panels. REC is headquartered in Norway with operational headquarters in Singapore and regional hubs in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. As of December 2021, REC is part of Reliance Industries Limited, India's largest private sector company with revenues of USD 104.6 billion.

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• Create and execute business strategies to gain market share and sell REC solutions to approved channel partners.
• Business development activities to engage solar retailers into the REC partner program.
• Training and development of approved solar retailers to increase REC share of sales mix.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with the relevant business partners to ensure strategic advantage over the competition.
• Provide comprehensive reporting and feedback to management on market trends, competitor information, etc for decision-making.
• Provide pre-sales and post-sales support to the assigned partners and / or customers.
• Review agreements for partners and customers and seek legal advice where necessary.
• Provide management in a timely manner with accurate opportunity and territory forecast based on prospect pipeline and market analysis.
• Manage the sales cycle tightly in accordance with REC's sales principals.
• Respond promptly to customer needs and update management on customer service issues to improve service.
• Work closely with Sales Engineering Support to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Act as a channel of communication between the REC approved solar retailer and approved distributors.

• Degree in Sales & Marketing or equivalent.
• Min. 5 years experience in Sales & Marketing with a proven track record in sales.
• Prior working experience in international trading or solar companies will be advantageous.
• Strong channel management experience in a technological related field.
• Knowledge regarding channel markets and technology or energy related products.
• Familiar with financial terms.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to work effectively in multi-functional task forces.
• Regular local travel required.
• Occasional overseas travel should be expected and appreciated.