Power Marketing Manager

Power Marketing Manager – BayWa r.e. Solar Projects (USSP)

Remote

About Us:

At BayWa r.e., we’re striving to make energy better every day. We do this by not only implementing the best renewable technologies and projects but by also being a great long-term energy partner with a focus on continuous innovation.

We are a leading global renewable energy developer, service supplier, wholesaler, and energy solutions provider. As a global leader, BayWa r.e. is committed to being a solid partner for the long run and actively shaping the future of energy.

BayWa r.e. Solar Projects, LLC is a part of the $23.5 billion BayWa Group.

BayWa r.e. Solar Projects, LLC is a global partner in the planning, funding, construction, and operations management of utility scale solar projects. We deliver renewable energy solutions worldwide, and have brought over 4 GW of energy online, while managing over 10 GW of assets. Every day we are working hard to find new solutions, push technological boundaries, and actively shape the future of energy. BayWa r.e. Solar Projects, LLC based in Irvine, CA is responsible for the group’s North American activities in the solar and storage sectors and has over 10 GW of project pipeline in the U.S. and Mexico.

Purpose:

BayWa r.e. Solar Projects, LLC is seeking a Power Marketing Manager to join our Commercial team.

This position requires identifying and executing off-take opportunities for utility scale solar, storage and hybrid projects across the US. The candidate will be responsible for RFP preparation, submission and coordination with the other internal teams to help execute our off-take strategy.

The successful candidate will demonstrate sound industry and project development knowledge, superior leadership and communication skills, the ability to focus on minute details while still seeing the big picture, detailed organization, a desire to solve complex problems, initiative, results oriented and an excellent ability to work with others across multiple teams.

Responsibilities we will trust you with:

Success in this role involves:

• Assisting with bid package preparation in response to off-take opportunities, including RFPs and RFIs for utility scale solar, storage and hybrid projects across the U.S
• Identifying new off-take opportunities via competitive solicitations and bilateral negotiations
• Leading contract negotiations and execution.
• Monitoring PPA markets and provide intelligence to inform PPA responses as well as development activities.
• Coordinating cross-functional teams through complex internal and external processes.
• Building and maintaining relationships with procurement counterparts at utilities, municipalities, cooperatives, corporate off-takers and corporate broker/consultants.
• Staying current on market, industry, economic, and competitive trends.
• Helping develop creative deal structures and recommendations to support deal negotiations, helping differentiate product offerings and reducing risk for the company.
• Mentoring and developing junior staff.
• Travel up to 30%.

Your areas of knowledge and expertise:

The ideal candidate demonstrates:

• 3 – 7 years preferred as well as experience in renewable energy power marketing/origination.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (energy, finance, engineering, or business related) required.
• Experience with structuring and negotiating VPPAs, PPAs, financial/proxy revenue swaps and other hedge products.
• Strong knowledge of the major US utility scale solar and power markets including:
• Experience working in ISO and regulated markets.
• Possess an established network of utility scale buyers including corporate, municipal utilities, investor owned utilities and cooperatives.
• Understanding of ISO rules and tariffs.
• Familiar with transmission, congestion, ancillary services, integrated resource plans, REC trading/markets and forward energy curves.
• Ability to formulate and recommend decisions with imperfect information.
• Project management, organizational, and analytical problem-solving skills.

What we are ready to offer you:

• Total compensation package dependent upon a number of factors, including candidate’s professional experience, candidate’s skills, position’s seniority level, department’s hiring budget, and position’s location
• The pay range for this role is $130,000 to $155,000.
• Bonus potential based on individual and company performance.
• Health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, pet insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance plans.
• 401(k) retirement plan with 5% employer matching.
• Flexible work hours and paid time off.
• Free language lessons (Spanish and German).
• Virtual wellness sessions, gym access and in-office snacks.
• Educational reimbursement.
• Relocation assistance.
• A diverse and inclusive global team with a strong culture focusing on employee health and wellbeing.
• The possibility to make a positive contribution to our planet and use your world class marketing knowledge to set new standards in Renewable Energy.

Are our values your values?

Are you ambitious enough to make a big impact in our business and beyond? Do you create meaningful solutions?

Do you believe that we succeed as a team? We collaborate honestly, friendly, and respectfully. We have fun and celebrate our successes. How about you?

Are you reliable? We create trust by taking on responsibility.

Do you inspire others with an open mind, courage, and innovation? We challenge the status quo.

Our values define our unique way of working together and give us direction in our daily actions.

At BayWa r.e. we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, pregnancy, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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